Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – उत्तरेण तु राजेन्द्र शयामॊ नाम महागिरिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

उत्तरेण तु राजेन्द्र शयामॊ नाम महागिरिः
यतः शयामत्वम आपन्नाः परजा जनपदेश्वर

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka identifies the great mountain Shyam with its significance for the people.

Translations

English Translation

This verse elucidates the famed Shyam mountain, highlighting its dark hue and the impact it has on the local populace, indicating the relationship between the land’s features and the identity of its people.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक प्रसिद्ध श्याम पर्वत का वर्णन करता है, जिसके गहरे रंग का महत्व जनजातियों के लिए है, यह दर्शाता है कि कैसे भूमि की विशेषताएँ उसके लोगों की पहचान के साथ जुड़ी होती हैं।

Commentary

Context

Within the Bhishma Parva, the shloka emphasizes geographical features and their cultural significance to the people of the region.

Meaning

It captures the essence of how terrain and landscape shape societal identities and local narratives.

Application

This teaches us to value our environments, understanding how they influence community cohesion and identity.