Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – लॊहकुम्भ्यः शिलाश चैव नादृश्यन्त भयानकाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

लॊहकुम्भ्यः शिलाश चैव नादृश्यन्त भयानकाः
विकृतानि शरीराणि यानि तत्र समन्ततः
ददर्श राजा कौन्तेयस तान्य अदृश्यानि चाभवन

⚡ Quick Meaning

The terrifying manifestations seen in the hell were of bodies transformed and made invisible.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka points to the horrifying sight of iron cauldrons and stone-like forms, which were unseen but present in hell. King Yudhishthira, the son of Kunti, observed these fearsome transformations of beings, symbolizing the dreadful consequences of wrongdoings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक नरक में लोहे के बर्तन और पत्थर जैसे रूपों के भयानक दृश्य की ओर संकेत करता है। कर्ण पुत्र युधिष्ठिर ने इन अदृश्य प्राणियों के भयानक परिवर्तन को देखा, जो पापों के गंभीर परिणामों का प्रतीक हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse builds on the theme of divine justice after death and its reflection on one’s earthly deeds throughout life.

Meaning

The transformation emphasizes the deep transformations that occur as a result of one’s actions, encouraging introspection about our choices.

Application

Reflecting on this shloka inspires a commitment to righteous living, highlighting the effects of our actions on our spiritual journey.