Mahabharata Virata Parva – सूर्यः परपततां शरेष्ठॊ दविपदां बराह्मणॊ वरः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सूर्यः परपततां शरेष्ठॊ दविपदां बराह्मणॊ वरः
आशीविषश च सर्पाणाम अग्निस तेजस्विनां वरः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This describes the qualities of the sun and fire, revered among their respective entities.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka elevates the significance of the sun as the best among celestial bodies, and fire as the finest among forces representing purity and vitality in creation and nature.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सूर्य को आकाशीय पिंडों में सबसे श्रेष्ठ और अग्नि को शुद्धता और जीवन शक्ति का प्रतीक मानते हुए उनके महत्व को उठाता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Virata Parva, this shloka captures an essence of reverence for natural elements, vital in the sustaining of life.

Meaning

The glory of sun and fire signifies enlightenment and transformative power, reinforcing the role of natural forces as guiding lights.

Application

This shloka inspires individuals to seek enlightenment and vitality represented by natural elements as sources of strength and guidance.