Mahabharata Shanti Parva – वसानस तत्र वै पुर्याम अदितेर विप्रियं करम

Shloka (श्लोक)

वसानस तत्र वै पुर्याम अदितेर विप्रियं करम
हनिष्ये नरकं भौमं मुरं पीथं च दानवम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the intention to defeat certain malevolent forces in an unhallowed city.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker declares their objective to destroy the city where the adverse deeds of Aditi manifest, and to annihilate the terrible demon, making the realm free from darkness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

बोलने वाला उस शहर को नष्ट करने का संकल्प करता है, जहां आदि के विपरीत कृत्य प्रकट होते हैं, और भयानक दानव को समाप्त करके अंधकार से क्षेत्र को मुक्त करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated within the context of Shanti Parva, where divine justice is discussed and evil is called to face retribution.

Meaning

It reinforces the belief that divine powers intervene to eliminate persistent evil and bring peace.

Application

This serves as a reminder that striving to rid oneself and society of negative influences is essential for peace and harmony.