Mahabharata Vana Parva – एतच छरुत्वा स कच्छपस तस्मात सरसॊत्थायाभ्यगच्छद यत्र तिष्ठामॊ वयं तस्य सरसस तीरे

Shloka (श्लोक)

एतच छरुत्वा स कच्छपस तस्मात सरसॊत्थायाभ्यगच्छद यत्र तिष्ठामॊ वयं तस्य सरसस तीरे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse describes a turtle that, upon hearing something, moved from its place at the water’s edge where it was sitting.

Translations

English Translation

Hearing this, that turtle immediately left the shore of the water where we were sitting. It moved toward a direction, showing its response to the sound it encountered.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह सुनते ही, वह कच्छप तुरंत उस स्थान से तट की ओर बढ़ गया जहां हम बैठे थे। यह उस दिशा की ओर बढ़ा, जिससे वह ध्वनि सुनकर प्रभावित हुआ।

Commentary

Context

This narrative unfolds in the Vana Parva, depicting the interactions of mythical beings in the forest during their sojourn.

Meaning

The turtle’s reaction symbolizes the innate responsiveness of beings to external stimuli, highlighting a connection with nature.

Application

This shloka encourages mindfulness, urging individuals to be aware of their surroundings and the gentle call of the universe.