mūlato brahmarūpāya

The Pancha Bhuta refers to the five great elements in Hindu philosophy: Earth, Water, Fire, Air, and Ether. These elements are considered the fundamental building blocks of the universe and are deeply revered in various Hindu traditions for their essential roles in creation and sustenance. This shloka is a devotional homage to the divine presence within the cosmic elements, symbolized as a sacred tree. The verse acknowledges the tree as embodying the forms of the three principal deities of Hinduism: Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shiva.