Mahabharata Vana Parva – महिषॊ ऽपि रथं दृष्ट्वा रौद्रं रुद्रस्य नानदत

Shloka (श्लोक)

महिषॊ ऽपि रथं दृष्ट्वा रौद्रं रुद्रस्य नानदत
देवान संत्रासयंश चापि दैत्यांश चापि परहर्षयन

⚡ Quick Meaning

Upon seeing the fierce chariot of Rudra, even the demon Mahisha did not rejoice but instead frightened the gods.

Translations

English Translation

Even Mahisha, upon witnessing the fierce chariot of Rudra, chose not to celebrate but rather instilled fear among the gods. This illustrates the awesomeness of divine power, which can shock even the most powerful of adversaries.

हिंदी अनुवाद

महिष ने रुद्र के रौद्र रथ को देखकर उत्सव नहीं मनाया, बल्कि देवताओं में भय उत्पन्न कर दिया। यह दृश्य दर्शाता है कि दिव्य शक्ति इतनी अद्भुत होती है कि यह सबसे प्रबल दुश्मनों को भी दहशत में डाल देती है।

Commentary

Context

This reflection takes place during a tense encounter between the divine and demonic forces in the epic narrative.

Meaning

The shloka highlights the pervasive influence of divine power, making even formidable foes manifest fear in its presence.

Application

Through understanding this, individuals can cultivate the belief that true power lies in humility before greater forces and the wisdom to recognize when to yield.