Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पवनश चैव निःश्वासस तेजॊ ऽगनिर निम्नगाः सिराः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पवनश चैव निःश्वासस तेजॊ ऽगनिर निम्नगाः सिराः
अग्नीसॊमौ तु चन्द्रार्कौ नयने तस्य विश्रुते

⚡ Quick Meaning

The breath is the wind, fire represents light, and the moon and sun are the eyes of this cosmic being.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka draws a vivid analogy between elements and bodily functions, establishing that breath corresponds to wind, fire symbolizes vitality, while the sun and moon act as the eyes of this cosmic entity, highlighting the harmony in creation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक तत्वों और शारीरिक कार्यों के बीच एक जीवंत समानता दर्शाता है, जिसमें कहा गया है कि निःश्वास वायु के समान है, अग्नि जीवन की प्रतीक है, और चाँद और सूरज इस ब्रह्मांडीय प्राणी की आँखें हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse illustrates how the components of nature parallel the human experience, encouraging appreciation for both the cosmic and the personal.

Meaning

It emphasizes the interconnectedness of all life and the elements, portraying a holistic view of existence.

Application

This shloka calls for mindfulness about our own existence in relation to the universe, urging us to perceive the divine in every aspect of life.