Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अत्राप्य उदाहरन्तीमम इतिहासं पुरातनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अत्राप्य उदाहरन्तीमम इतिहासं पुरातनम
यथा मृत्युर गृहस्थेन धर्मम आश्रित्य निर्जितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse presents a historical example of a householder’s encounter with death.

Translations

English Translation

Here, I will illustrate an ancient narrative showcasing how death has conquered a householder relying on righteousness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यहाँ, मैं एक प्राचीन कथा का उदाहरण प्रस्तुत करूंगा जिसमें दिखाया गया है कि कैसे एक गृहस्थ, जो धर्म पर निर्भर था, मृत्यु से पराजित हुआ।

Commentary

Context

This verse offers an age-old tale that exemplifies the consequences of adhering to dharma in the face of mortality.

Meaning

The shloka reflects on the inevitability of death, regardless of a householder’s moral standing.

Application

This serves as a lesson on the acceptance of mortality while striving to live a righteous life.