Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – पुण्यॊ गन्धः पृथिव्यां च तेजश चास्मि विभावसौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

पुण्यॊ गन्धः पृथिव्यां च तेजश चास्मि विभावसौ
जीवनं सर्वभूतेषु तपश चास्मि तपस्विषु

⚡ Quick Meaning

I am the divine fragrance in the earth and the radiance in the fire; I am life in all beings and austerity in ascetics.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the omnipresence of the divine through nature and living beings. It describes how divine qualities manifest in the physical world, signifying that wisdom, righteousness, and endurance are all attributed to the divine presence in various forms.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक प्रकृति और जीवों में भगवान की सर्वव्याप्तता को दर्शाता है। यह बताता है कि दिव्य गुण भौतिक रूपों में कैसे प्रकट होते हैं, यह संकेत करते हुए कि ज्ञान, धर्म और सहनशीलता सभी का संबंध दिव्य उपस्थिति से है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the Bhishma Parva where Lord Krishna describes his divine manifestations. It highlights the connection between the divine and the natural elements.

Meaning

The shloka signifies that all beings and aspects of life reflect divine qualities, thus encouraging awareness of spirituality in everyday life.

Application

Understanding this verse inspires individuals to recognize the divine within nature and relationships, promoting respect and reverence towards all living entities.