Mahabharata Shanti Parva – आहुर दविबहु पादानि जङ्गमानि दवयानि च

Shloka (श्लोक)

आहुर दविबहु पादानि जङ्गमानि दवयानि च
बहु पाद्भ्यॊ विशिष्टानि दविपादानि बहून्य अपि

⚡ Quick Meaning

Two-legged and four-legged creatures exhibit distinct characteristics based on their limbs.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights that creatures with different limb structures have varying abilities and characteristics. The distinction between two-legged and four-legged beings is fundamental to understanding their behaviors.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि विभिन्न अंग संरचनाओं वाले प्राणियों में विभिन्न क्षमताएँ और विशेषताएँ होती हैं। दो-पैर और चार-पैर वाले प्राणियों के बीच का भेद उनकी व्यवहारों को समझने में बुनियादी है।

Commentary

Context

Situated in the Shanti Parva, this verse emphasizes the significance of physical attributes in defining the nature and behavior of living entities.

Meaning

The discussion on limbs and their implications reveals how physical form can influence actions and capabilities in the animal kingdom.

Application

Understanding the physical attributes of creatures can enhance our knowledge of biodiversity and promote compassion towards various forms of life.