Mahabharata Virata Parva – तम एवं कामसंम्मत्तं भिन्धि कुम्भम इवाश्मनि

Shloka (श्लोक)

तम एवं कामसंम्मत्तं भिन्धि कुम्भम इवाश्मनि
यॊ निमित्तम अनर्थानां बहूनां मम भारत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Control and destroy the one who is overcome by desire; like breaking a pot on a stone.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the need to subdue those consumed by desires before they cause harm, comparing such a person to a pot that must be smashed on a stone to prevent disaster.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन लोगों को नियंत्रित करने की आवश्यकता पर जोर देता है जो इच्छाओं से भरे हुए होते हैं, उन्हें एक बर्तन के रूप में तुलना करते हुए जो पत्थर पर तोड़ने की आवश्यकता होती है ताकि आपदा को रोका जा सके।

Commentary

Context

This verse arises during the Virata Parva, when the Pandavas are strategizing against their enemies in disguise.

Meaning

The metaphor of breaking a pot suggests that drastic action is required to avoid greater evils caused by unrestrained desires.

Application

In life, one must learn to manage desires vigilantly to prevent them from leading to catastrophic outcomes.