Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – मैत्रेयेणाभिशप्तश च पूर्वम एव महर्षिणा

Shloka (श्लोक)

मैत्रेयेणाभिशप्तश च पूर्वम एव महर्षिणा
ऊरू भेत्स्यति ते भीमॊ गदयेति परंतप
अतॊ दॊषं न पश्यामि मा करुधस तवं परलम्बहन

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka recounts a curse placed on Bhima by the sage Maitreya, predicting calamity in battle that he must face.

Translations

English Translation

Summoned by the sage Maitreya’s earlier curse, the fear of Bhima striking down your thigh with his mace weighs heavily. Therefore, I see no fault in this and ask you not to provoke this mighty warrior.

हिंदी अनुवाद

ऋषि मैत्रेया के पूर्ववर्ती श्राप से बुलाए जाने के कारण, भीम का तुम्हारे जांघ को मूसल से काटने का डर भारी है। इसलिए, मैं इसमें कोई दोष नहीं देखता और तुमसे कहता हूं कि इस महान योद्धा को उत्तेजित न करें।

Commentary

Context

This shloka unveils the consequences of invoking past curses and the mighty presence of Bhima in battle.

Meaning

It draws attention to the interplay between destiny and power, demonstrating how past actions can have present repercussions for warriors.

Application

Recognizing the impact of our past actions can guide our present decisions, especially in high-stakes situations, encouraging mindful behavior.