Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – संस्तूय पृथिवीं देवीं वासुदेवः परतापवान

Shloka (श्लोक)

संस्तूय पृथिवीं देवीं वासुदेवः परतापवान
पप्रच्छ भरतश्रेष्ठ यद एतत पृच्छसे ऽदय माम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Glorifying the Earth Goddess, the powerful Vasudeva asked Bharata about what he wishes to know today.

Translations

English Translation

Adoring the Earth Goddess, the exalted Vasudeva inquired of Bharata, ‘What is it that you wish to ask me today?’ His reverence for the Earth supersedes all.

हिंदी अनुवाद

धरती माता की प्रशंसा करते हुए, महान वासुदेव ने भरत से पूछा, ‘आप मुझसे आज क्या पूछना चाहते हैं?’ धरती के प्रति उनकी आस्था सभी से अधिक है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the relationship between divine beings and nature, highlighting reverence and questioning.

Meaning

Vasudeva signifies respect not only for divinity but also for the natural world, urging inquiry for knowledge.

Application

Encouraging questions about nature and spirituality promotes a deeper understanding of existence and responsibility.