Then, O King! the God, so saying, Stood, to Pritha's Son…
““Then, O King! the God, so saying, Stood, to Pritha's Son displaying All the splendour, wonder, dread Of His vast Almighty-head. Out of countless eyes beholding, Out of countless mouths commanding, Countless mystic forms enfolding In one Form: supremely standing Countless radiant glories wearing, Countless heavenly weapons bearing, Crowned with garlands of star-clusters, Robed in garb of woven lustres, Breathing from His perfect Presence Breaths of every subtle essence Of all heavenly odours; shedding Blinding brilliance; overspreading- Boundless, beautiful- all spaces With His all-regarding faces; So He showed! If there should rise Suddenly within the skies Sunburst of a thousand suns Flooding earth with beams undeemed-of, Then might be that Holy One's Majesty and radiance dreamed of!””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The deity is depicted as an all‑encompassing, radiant force whose infinite presence fills the cosmos with awe‑inspiring power.
In simple terms: God is limitless and radiant.
Key Takeaway
Recognize the vastness beyond human comprehension.
Themes
divine
power
infinity
Mood
reverent
wonderful
Type
mythic
poetic
When to use this quote
- spiritual contemplation
- artistic inspiration
- philosophical discourse
Key Concepts
omnipotence
cosmic awe
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this vision affect your sense of purpose?
- What limits do you place on divine concepts?
A Different Perspective
Such grand imagery can obscure practical human concerns.