Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अग्निं परदक्षिणं कृत्वा बराह्मणांश च जनार्दनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अग्निं परदक्षिणं कृत्वा बराह्मणांश च जनार्दनः
कौस्तुभं मणिम आमुच्य शरिया परमया जवलन

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse highlights a sacred ritual involving fire and the offering of the precious gem Kaustubha.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka narrates an event where Janardana, performing the sacred rite, offers the precious Kaustubha gem while invoking the fire, representing inner purity and the significance of rituals in maintaining spiritual connections.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक घटना का वर्णन करता है, जहां जनार्दन, पवित्र अनुष्ठान करते हुए, अग्नि का आह्वान करते हुए कौस्तुभ मणि का भोग अर्पित करते हैं, जो आंतरिक पवित्रता और आध्यात्मिक संबंध को बनाए रखने के लिए अनुष्ठानों के महत्व को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Situated in the Udyoga Parva, this verse emphasizes the rituals and preparations undertaken by key figures in times of great importance.

Meaning

The act of offering symbolizes the deep cultural respect for the divine and the rituals that connect the earthly with the celestial.

Application

This shloka encourages us to engage in our own rituals, whatever form they may take, to foster a sense of spirituality and remembrance in our daily lives.