Mahabharata Ashramavasika Parva – पाण्डुं मरुद्गणं विद्धि विशिष्टतमम अच्युतम

Shloka (श्लोक)

पाण्डुं मरुद्गणं विद्धि विशिष्टतमम अच्युतम
धर्मस्यांशॊ ऽभवत कषत्ता राजा चायं युधिष्ठिरः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka identifies Yudhishthira as a portion of Dharma and highlights his noble lineage.

Translations

English Translation

The line describes Yudhishthira as a distinguished aspect of Dharma, revealing his crucial role as a king and the son of Pandu, emphasizing his virtuous character in the epic.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युधिष्ठिर को धर्म का विशिष्टतम अंश बताता है, जो उनके पांडु पुत्र होने और महाकाव्य में उनकी सदाचारी प्रवृत्ति को रेखांकित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka belongs to the Ashramavasika Parva and serves to clarify Yudhishthira’s spiritual significance and place in the lineage of Pandu.

Meaning

The mention of Yudhishthira as a part of Dharma underscores the embodiment of justice and righteousness in his character.

Application

It encourages us to align ourselves with virtues of truthfulness and justice, as exemplified by Yudhishthira.