Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – तस्य धूमस तमॊ रूपं रजॊ भस्म सुरेतसः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्य धूमस तमॊ रूपं रजॊ भस्म सुरेतसः
सत्त्वं संजायते तस्य यत्र परक्षिप्यते हविः

⚡ Quick Meaning

From it, smoke and darkness arise, and from passion comes the essence, where offerings are deposited.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes the creation of smoke and darkness from a purifying fire, symbolizing the duality of light and dark. It reflects on the essence produced from passions, emphasizing the importance of offerings made to the divine.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक शुद्धिकरण आग से धुआं और अंधकार के निर्माण का वर्णन करता है, जो प्रकाश और अंधेरे के द्वैत का प्रतीक है। यह इच्छाओं से उत्पन्न सार पर विचार करता है, जिसमें दिव्य के प्रति किए गए बलिदानों का महत्व है।

Commentary

Context

This verse articulates the interplay of elements in the creation process within the auspicious rituals of the Ashvamedhika Parva, exploring themes of duality and offering.

Meaning

The meaning draws awareness to how both light (substance) and dark (illusion) emerge from the same source, indicating a balance crucial for understanding life’s complexities.

Application

Consider the elements of your life that stem from conflicting experiences, and recognize how each contributes to growth, offering gratitude for the lessons learned through both joy and suffering.