Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – हन्त ते वर्तयिष्ये ऽहम इतिहासं पुरातनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

हन्त ते वर्तयिष्ये ऽहम इतिहासं पुरातनम
उदीच्यां दिशि यद्वृत्तं मलेच्छेषु मनुजाधिप

⚡ Quick Meaning

I shall recount to you an ancient history that pertains to events occurring towards the northern regions with respect to human rulers among the unclean.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka refers to revealing historical insights that relate to events occurring in the northern direction, particularly focusing on rulers who may be associated with unclean practices. It underscores the importance of history in understanding present circumstances.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन प्राचीन घटनाओं की चर्चा करता है जो उत्तर दिशा में घटित हुई थीं, विशेष रूप से उन मानव शासकों पर ध्यान केंद्रित करते हुए जो अपवित्र व्यवहार से जुड़े हो सकते हैं। यह वर्तमान परिस्थितियों को समझने में इतिहास के महत्व को रेखांकित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse emphasizes historical narrations as a means of understanding moral lessons conveyed in the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It calls attention to the relevance of past events in shaping moral judgments and societal norms today.

Application

Learning from history can guide personal growth and moral integrity in modern relationships.