Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न तवां याजयितास्म्य अद्य वृणु तवं यम इहेच्छसि
Shloka (श्लोक)
न तवां याजयितास्म्य अद्य वृणु तवं यम इहेच्छसि
उपाध्यायं महाबाहॊ यस ते यज्ञं करिष्यति
⚡ Quick Meaning
I will not perform the Yajna for you today; choose whom you wish, O mighty-armed one, to conduct the sacrifice.
Translations
English Translation
This verse reveals a firm stand by the devotee, declaring an unwillingness to perform the Yajna for the mighty one before him. Instead, it empowers the divine figure to choose an alternative for conducting the sacrifice, asserting personal agency in spiritual decisions.
हिंदी अनुवाद
इस श्लोक में भक्त की स्पष्ट इच्छा व्यक्त होती है कि वह आज यज्ञ आपके लिए नहीं करेगा; वह शक्तिशाली व्यक्ति से कहता है कि वह किसी और का चयन करे जो बलिदान की प्रक्रिया का संचालन करेगा।
Commentary
Context
This shloka reflects the dynamic dialogue in spiritual practices where the devotee asserts independence while still acknowledging the power of the divine, pointing towards mutual respect in divine-human relationships.
Meaning
It signifies that true devotion involves personal agency and choice, even in the face of divine expectations, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect in spiritual conversations.
Application
This shloka encourages individuals to evaluate their spiritual commitments and make choices aligned with personal values while acknowledging the influence of divine guidance in their actions.
