Mahabharata Shanti Parva – शरॊत्रं घराणम अथास्यं च हृदयं कॊष्ठम एव च

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरॊत्रं घराणम अथास्यं च हृदयं कॊष्ठम एव च
आकाशात परानिनाम एते शरीरे पञ्च धातवः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the essence of the five elements that constitute living beings.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka explains that the sense organs, heart, and body are made up of five essential elements or ‘dhatus’, derived from the sky, contributing to the formation of beings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि इंद्रियां, हृदय और शरीर पाँच आवश्यक तत्वों या ‘धातुओं’ से बने होते हैं, जो आकाश से उत्पन्न होते हैं और जीवों के निर्माण में सहायक होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

In the context of the Shanti Parva, this shloka emphasizes the interconnection of the physical body with elemental nature.

Meaning

It highlights the belief that living beings are not merely physical but also composed of spiritual elements acting together.

Application

Through understanding these elements, one can appreciate the holistic balance in nature and within oneself.