Mahabharata Shanti Parva – हिरण्यवर्णं यं गर्भम अदितिर दैत्य नाशनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

हिरण्यवर्णं यं गर्भम अदितिर दैत्य नाशनम
एकं दवादशधा जज्ञे तस्मै सूर्यात्मने नमः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reveres the divine light, embodying creation and destruction, as the source of life.

Translations

English Translation

This verse extols the golden-hued entity born of Aditi, known for destroying demons and harboring the celestial light. It acknowledges the singular divine essence manifesting in numerous forms.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक अदिति से उत्पन्न सुनहरे रंग के उस दिव्य स्वरूप की स्तुति करता है, जो दैत्यों को नष्ट करता है और दिव्य प्रकाश का संवाहक है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Shanti Parva, this shloka acknowledges the importance of divine light in creation and protection from negativity.

Meaning

The essence of the divine is presented as one inherent being with diverse embodiments illuminating existence.

Application

This shloka inspires practitioners to seek the divine presence in all forms of life, fostering resilience and hope.