Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 5543
Shloka (श्लोक)
धिग बलं क्षत्रियबलं बरह्मतेजॊबलं बलम
बलाबलं विनिश्चित्य तप एव परं बलम
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka critiques the strength of warriors compared to the supreme power of asceticism.
📖 Translations
English Translation
In this verse, the speaker laments the futility of physical strength, whether it be that of warriors or the radiance of Brahman. True power, it suggests, lies in the practice of austerity and spiritual discipline.
हिंदी अनुवाद
इस श्लोक में वक्ता योद्धाओं की शक्ति या ब्रह्म के तेज की व्यर्थता पर अफसोस करता है। इसका तात्पर्य है कि असली शक्ति तप और आध्यात्मिक अनुशासन में है।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
This narrative arises within the context of the Adi Parva, illustrating the ongoing debate between earthly and spiritual powers.
🧘 Meaning
This shloka teaches that external strength can be deceptive and that true strength lies in inner resolve and spiritual growth.
🌟 Application
It inspires practitioners to focus on inner strength through meditation and austerity rather than external power.
