Mahabharata Shanti Parva – पादौ तस्य महीं विद्धि मूर्धानं DIVAM एव च

Shloka (श्लोक)

पादौ तस्य महीं विद्धि मूर्धानं DIVAM एव च
बाहवस तु दिशॊ दैत्य शरॊत्रम आकाशम एव च

⚡ Quick Meaning

Know that the Lord’s feet are the earth, his head embodies the heavens.

Translations

English Translation

This verse metaphorically describes the divine presence, indicating that the earth is the Lord’s feet and the heavens are his head. It reflects the omnipresence of the divine in all aspects of creation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक रूपक रूप से दिव्य उपस्थिति का वर्णन करता है, यह बताते हुए कि पृथ्वी भगवान के चरण हैं और आकाश उनके सिर का प्रतिनिधित्व करता है। यह सभी सृष्टि के पहलुओं में दिव्य की सर्वव्यापकता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse encapsulates the omnipresence of divinity and is a part of the philosophical discussions within the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It suggests a holistic view of the universe where divinity is inherent in all forms and regions.

Application

Recognizing divinity in everyday life encourages gratitude and reverence for the world and its interconnectedness.