Mahabharata Shanti Parva – जातमात्रं तु तद रूपं दृष्ट्वा ताम्रनखाङ्गुलि

Shloka (श्लोक)

जातमात्रं तु तद रूपं दृष्ट्वा ताम्रनखाङ्गुलि
कौमार रूपम आपन्नं रूपतॊ न पलभ्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes how visible characteristics evolve from birth onwards and emphasizes the nature of physical appearance.

Translations

English Translation

The verse highlights that from the moment of birth, certain physical traits are determined, and these traits may remain unrecognized for a period.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जन्म के क्षण से कुछ शारीरिक लक्षण निर्धारित होते हैं, और ये लक्षण एक समय के लिए बिना पहचाने रह सकते हैं।

Commentary

Context

In the Shanti Parva, this verse examines the relationship between birth and physical identity as it relates to societal perceptions.

Meaning

It emphasizes that identity encompasses physical and social elements that may not be immediately observable.

Application

This generates discussion around societal acceptance and recognition of individual characteristics over time.