Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न हि देवा न गन्धर्वा न मनुष्या भगीरथ

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हि देवा न गन्धर्वा न मनुष्या भगीरथ
आयान्त्य अतप्त तपसः कथं वै तवम इहागतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

No gods, celestial beings, or humans have ever come here without fire.

Translations

English Translation

No celestial beings or even humans could have arrived here without the purification of their souls through penance, raising questions about how Bhagirath found his way in this sacred pilgrimage.

हिंदी अनुवाद

किसी भी देवी-देवता, गंधर्वों या मनुष्यों ने बिना तप के यहाँ आने की कोशिश नहीं की, जो यह प्रश्न उठाता है कि भगिरथ इस पवित्र यात्रा में कैसे पहुंचे।

Commentary

Context

This shloka delves into the spiritual prerequisites for accessing sacred realms, emphasizing the intensity of Bhagirath’s penance.

Meaning

It signifies that arduous effort is essential to attain divine goals, reflecting on the sacrifices made by Bhagirath.

Application

This teaches us the importance of self-discipline and dedication in our personal quests for truth and fulfillment.