Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अथ देवाः सगन्धर्वाः पितरश च जनेश्वर

Shloka (श्लोक)

अथ देवाः सगन्धर्वाः पितरश च जनेश्वर
सिद्धचारणसंघाश च समीयुस ते दिदृक्षया

⚡ Quick Meaning

Then, the gods, along with the Gandharvas, ancestors, and other divine beings, gathered, eager to witness the great war.

Translations

English Translation

As the great battle loomed, celestial beings including gods, the Gandharvas, and revered ancestors convened with a keen desire to observe this monumental conflict that would shape the destinies of many.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जैसे-जैसे महान युद्ध ने आकार लेना शुरू किया, दिव्य सत्ताएँ, जैसे कि देवता, गंधर्व और पूजनीय पूर्वज इकट्ठा हुए, इस महत्वपूर्ण संघर्ष को देखने की तीव्र इच्छा लिए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the cosmic implications of the Kurukshetra war, indicating that it was not just a mere earthly battle but had celestial significance.

Meaning

The gathering of divine beings illustrates the weight of the conflict and its impact, suggesting that even celestial realms are drawn toward human struggles.

Application

This shloka encourages us to recognize our actions’ importance and their cosmic implications. Our choices resonate beyond our immediate environment, affecting broader realities.