Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – पद्मॊत्पलविमिश्राणां हरदानाम इव शीतलः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पद्मॊत्पलविमिश्राणां हरदानाम इव शीतलः
गन्धॊ ऽसय स कदम्बानां तुल्यॊ वै तपतां वर

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka evokes the pleasant and cooling fragrance associated with divine blessings.

Translations

English Translation

Like the cooling fragrance of the lotus and the Kadamba flower, this divine scent provides comfort and tranquility amidst burning heat.

हिंदी अनुवाद

कमल और कदंब फूल की शीतल सुगंध के समान, यह दिव्य सुगंध जलती गर्मी के बीच में आराम और शांति प्रदान करती है।

Commentary

Context

The shloka employs floral imagery to illustrate the soothing aspect of divinity within the Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

The passage symbolizes how divine presence can act as a cooling balm to turmoil and strife.

Application

It encourages individuals to seek solace in spiritual practices, much like the comfort provided by nature’s beauty.