Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – कामं यथावद विहितं विधात्रा; पृष्टेन वाच्यं तु मया यथावत

Shloka (श्लोक)

कामं यथावद विहितं विधात्रा; पृष्टेन वाच्यं तु मया यथावत
तपॊ हि नान्यच चानशनान मतं मे; नमॊ ऽसतु ते देववर परसीद

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse discusses the inquiry into life’s purpose and the reverence for divine will.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker acknowledges the ways prescribed by the creator, answering inquiries as necessary, and expresses devotion to the divine, seeking grace through penance and rightful action.

हिंदी अनुवाद

भाषक सृष्टिकर्ता द्वारा निश्चित तरीकों के महत्व को समझते हुए, आवश्यकतानुसार प्रश्नों के उत्तर देने तथा देवताओं के प्रति श्रद्धा और कृपा के लिए तप की आवश्यकता को व्यक्त करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Anushasana Parva and focuses on the principles of duty and worship.

Meaning

It emphasizes understanding one’s duties while respecting the divine, indicating humility and devotion.

Application

This suggests that one must pursue their life purpose while acknowledging the greater cosmic order and its influence on their actions.