Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शिरः कपाले चास्यैव भुञ्जतः पितुर अद्य मे

Shloka (श्लोक)

शिरः कपाले चास्यैव भुञ्जतः पितुर अद्य मे
परायश्चित्तं हि नास्त्य अन्यद धत्वाद्य पितरं मम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka conveys the idea of bearing the consequences of actions performed against one’s father.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker lamentingly states that there is no other atonement that can compensate for the act of harming their father; the pain feels too deep to remedy.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता दुःख के साथ व्यक्त करते हैं कि पिता को हानि पहुँचाने के लिए कोई और प्रायश्चित्त नहीं है; दुख की गहराई का मापन नहीं हो सकता।

Commentary

Context

This verse continues the theme of remorse seen in the preceding shloka, highlighting the sacrifice of moral integrity.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of moral consciousness and the severe implications of harming one’s own family.

Application

This shloka urges reflection on our actions towards family and the profound need for atonement where necessary.