Mahabharata Shanti Parva – स पपात विनिर्दग्धस तेजसा बरह्मवादिनाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

स पपात विनिर्दग्धस तेजसा बरह्मवादिनाम
महेन्द्राशनिनिर्दग्धः पादपॊ ऽङकुरवान इव

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the downfall of an arrogant individual punished by divine fire.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes the fall of a proud individual who, like a sapling scorched by the flames of the divine, succumbs to the consequences of their arrogance and ignorance, ultimately highlighting the transience of pride.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक गर्वित व्यक्ति के पतन का वर्णन करता है, जो देवता की आग से जलकर गिर जाता है। यह गर्व के परिणामों को दर्शाते हुए, गर्व की क्षणिकता पर ध्यान केन्द्रित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is found in the Shanti Parva, emphasizing the theme of divine justice imposed on the arrogant.

Meaning

The imagery evokes the thought that pride often leads to one’s downfall, akin to how the nurturing light can also burn.

Application

This shloka teaches us to remain humble and be aware that excessive pride can lead to dire consequences.