Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यद्य अहं नार्चयेयं वै ईशानं वरदं शिवम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यद्य अहं नार्चयेयं वै ईशानं वरदं शिवम
आत्मानं नार्चयेत कश चिद इति मे भावितं मनः
मया परमाणं हि कृतं लॊकः समनुवर्तते

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka expresses the thought of worship and its significance for the self and the universe.

Translations

English Translation

If I do not worship Ishana, the benevolent Shiv, how can anyone worship their soul, as I envision that the universe follows my lead as directed by my practice of devotion?

हिंदी अनुवाद

यदि मैं ईशान, दयालु शिव की पूजा नहीं करता, तो कोई अपने आत्मा की पूजा कैसे कर सकता है, क्योंकि मैं सोचता हूँ कि मेरा अभिविन्यास और साधना द्वारा सृष्टि मेरे अनुकरण में चल रही है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the importance of personal worship in shaping one’s reality and the world at large.

Meaning

This emphasizes the interrelation between self-worship and its impact on the universe, suggesting that spiritual actions have broader implications.

Application

Motivates individuals to engage sincerely in worship, acknowledging the responsibility borne by every act of devotion.