Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तदा तु पातयित्वा तं नहुषं भूतले भृगुः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तदा तु पातयित्वा तं नहुषं भूतले भृगुः
जगाम बरह्म सदनं बरह्मणे च नयवेदयत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Then Bhruigu, after casting Nahusha down onto the earth, proceeded to the abode of Brahman and informed Brahma about him.

Translations

English Translation

At that moment, Bhruigu, having cast Nahusha down to the earth, went on to Brahma’s abode and informed him about Nahusha’s fall from grace. This shloka indicates the connection between celestial and earthly actions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

तब भृगु ने नहुष को पृथ्वी पर फेंकने के बाद ब्रह्मा के निवास की ओर बढ़ते हुए उनके बारे में सूचित किया। यह श्लोक आकाशीय और भौतिक क्रियाओं के बीच संबंध को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is critical in understanding the dynamics of power and accountability in the epic’s narrative, as it speaks to the consequences of transgression.

Meaning

It illustrates that divine beings also engage in rectifying actions among mortals, and that there are consequences to the misuse of power.

Application

This teaching urges us to reflect on our actions and their impact—not just on ourselves, but on the larger cosmic order, reminding us to act with integrity.