Mahabharata Shanti Parva – पूजितॊ ऽहं तवया पूर्वं पश्चाच चैव विमानितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पूजितॊ ऽहं तवया पूर्वं पश्चाच चैव विमानितः
परेषाम आस्पदं नीतॊ वस्तुं नार्हाम्य अहं तवयि

⚡ Quick Meaning

I was honored by you earlier, and now I feel neglected, unworthy of the respect from others.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka expresses feelings of neglect and unworthiness despite having been honored before. The speaker acknowledges the shift in treatment and questions their value in the eyes of those who previously respected them.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उपेक्षा और अवमूल्यन की भावनाएँ व्यक्त करता है, जबकि पहले सम्मानित किया गया था। वक्ता ने सम्मान के दृष्टिकोण में बदलाव को स्वीकार किया है और उन लोगों की नजरों में अपनी मूल्यवानता पर सवाल उठाते हैं जो पहले उनका सम्मान करते थे।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set in the Shanti Parva, where themes of honor, respect, and interpersonal dynamics are discussed.

Meaning

The essence of this verse highlights the transient nature of human respect and personal worth based on others’ perceptions.

Application

This shloka teaches us about self-respect and the importance of valuing oneself irrespective of external validation.