Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न बभासे सहस्रांशुर न जज्वाल च पावकः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न बभासे सहस्रांशुर न जज्वाल च पावकः
हरदाश च सरितश चैव चुक्षुभुः सागरास तथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka notes the absence of sunlight and fire, alongside disturbances in rivers and oceans, indicating upheaval in nature.

Translations

English Translation

This verse reflects a time when the sun did not shine, and fire did not burn, as rivers and seas fluctuated. It emphasizes the chaos and disruption in the natural order.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस समय का चित्रण करता है जब सूर्य नहीं निकला और आग नहीं जली, नदियों और समुद्रों में हलचल थी। यह प्राकृतिक क्रम में अराजकता और व्यवधान को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka takes place within the context of calamities spoken in the Shanti Parva, showcasing nature’s unpredictable states.

Meaning

It symbolizes the disturbances in the natural elements and their profound effect on life and atmosphere.

Application

This verse encourages respect for environmental balance, reminding us of the fragility of existence and the need to live in harmony with nature.