Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – उदक्शिरा न सवपेत तथा परत्यक्शिरा न च

Shloka (श्लोक)

उदक्शिरा न सवपेत तथा परत्यक्शिरा न च
पराक्शिरास तु सवपेद विद्वान अथ वा दक्षिणा शिराः

⚡ Quick Meaning

One should not sleep when one is in water or in a state of disgrace.

Translations

English Translation

This verse warns against the act of sleeping in water or in compromising situations, reinforcing the importance of alertness and self-respect.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक पानी में या अपमानजनक स्थिति में सोने की चेतावनी देता है, जो सतर्कता और आत्म-सम्मान के महत्व को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Originating from Anushasana Parva, it connects dignity with wakefulness in challenging circumstances.

Meaning

The essence stresses that awareness and respect for oneself should override situations of discomfort.

Application

This principle can be applied in refusing to compromise one’s values and taking proactive stances in difficult environments.