Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अहं करतुर अहं यज्ञः सवधाहम अहम औषधम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अहं करतुर अहं यज्ञः सवधाहम अहम औषधम
मन्त्रॊ ऽहम अहम एवाज्यम अहम अग्निर अहं हुतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

I am the ritual, I am the sacrifice, I am the offering, I am the mantra, I am the fire, and I am the act of sacrifice itself.

Translations

English Translation

I embody the rites, the sacrifices, and the offerings; I personify the mantras and the sacred fire. My essence is ingrained in every act of sacrifice, illustrating the totality of my presence in the ritualistic context.

हिंदी अनुवाद

मैं सभी यज्ञ, बलिदान और आहूतियों का स्वरूप हूँ; मैं मन्त्रों और अग्नि का प्रतीक हूँ। मेरा अस्तित्व हर यज्ञ की क्रियाओं में निहित है, जो यज्ञात्मक संदर्भ में मेरी सम्पूर्णता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the interconnectedness of various elements in sacred rituals, celebrating the divine presence in all.

Meaning

It signifies that every aspect of ritualistic worship stems from the Divine, emphasizing the holistic nature of spiritual practices.

Application

Recognizing the Divine in every action can transform daily activities into acts of worship, deepening one’s spiritual journey.