Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – नागयक्षमनुष्याणां पतत्रिमृगपक्षिणाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

नागयक्षमनुष्याणां पतत्रिमृगपक्षिणाम
शैलद्रुम वनौकानाम आसीत तत्र समागमः

⚡ Quick Meaning

There happened a convergence of serpents, yakshas, humans, birds, and beasts amidst the trees on the mountains and within the forests.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates a gathering of various beings—serpents, yakshas, humans, and wildlife—amongst the flora of mountains and forests, symbolizing the interconnectedness of life and the unity of diverse entities in nature.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक विभिन्न प्राणियों—नाग, यक्ष, मनुष्य, पक्षियों और जीव-जंतुओं—का एकत्रित होना दर्शाता है, जो पहाड़ियों और जंगलों की वनस्पतियों के बीच है, प्रकृति में जीवन के आपसी संबंध और विभिन्न अस्तित्वों की एकता का प्रतीक है।

Commentary

Context

In the Udyoga Parva, this verse emphasizes the importance of nature’s biodiversity and how the gathering reflects cultural practices of acknowledging different entities living harmoniously.

Meaning

This highlights a rich ecological tapestry where every being has a place, portraying the significance of diversity in creating a balanced environment.

Application

This reminds modern societies of the ecological balance, urging a respectful coexistence among various forms of life for sustainable living.