Mahabharata Shanti Parva – किम अत्र बरह्मण्यम ऋतं किं च वेद्यम अनुत्तमम

Shloka (श्लोक)

किम अत्र बरह्मण्यम ऋतं किं च वेद्यम अनुत्तमम
चिन्तये तत्र चागत्य गन्धर्वॊ माम अपृच्छत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the quest for knowledge and the depths of supreme inquiry.

Translations

English Translation

The verse questions what is the essence of Brahman, what is righteousness, and what indeed is the supreme knowledge, highlighting that upon arriving, a celestial being inquired about these truths from me.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक पूछता है कि ब्रह्म का सार क्या है, धर्म क्या है, और वास्तव में सर्वोत्तम ज्ञान क्या है, यह बताते हुए कि जब मैं वहां पहुंचा, तो एक दिव्य प्राणी ने मुझसे इन वास्तविकताओं के बारे में पूछा।

Commentary

Context

This verse, part of the Shanti Parva, emphasizes existential inquiries and the pursuit of ultimate truths.

Meaning

It highlights the profound and timeless questions that seek to understand the nature of reality and truth.

Application

The verse encourages individuals to remain curious and question the fundamental aspects of existence and learning.