Mahabharata Vana Parva – गङ्गां शतद्रुं सीतां च यमुनाम अथ कौशिकीम

Shloka (श्लोक)

गङ्गां शतद्रुं सीतां च यमुनाम अथ कौशिकीम
चर्मण्वतीं वेत्रवतीं चन्द्रभागां सरस्वतीम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka lists the sacred rivers of India, highlighting their significance.

Translations

English Translation

The verse enumerates several holy rivers, emphasizing their places in the spiritual geography of India, revered for their purifying properties and association with various deities.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कई पवित्र नदियों का उल्लेख करता है, जो भारत के आध्यात्मिक भूगोल में उनके स्थान को महत्वपूर्ण बताता है, जिन्हें उनकी शुद्धिकरण विशेषताओं और विभिन्न देवताओं के साथ जोड़ा जाता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Vana Parva, the listing of rivers signifies their cultural and spiritual importance to the protagonists in their journey.

Meaning

The rivers symbolize the flow of spiritual wisdom and the importance of preservation in nature’s gifts.

Application

This encourages us to respect and protect our natural resources as part of our spiritual journey.