Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 638
Shloka (श्लोक)
तक्षकेण नरेन्द्रेन्द्र येन ते हिंसितः पिता
तस्मै परतिकुरुष्व तवं पन्नगाय दुरात्मने
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka conveys a plea for vengeance against the serpent that harmed the father.
📖 Translations
English Translation
The speaker urges the king to take revenge on the serpent Takshaka, who is responsible for the death of his father, emphasizing the need for justice.
हिंदी अनुवाद
वक्ता राजा से यह आग्रह करता है कि वह अपने पिता की मृत्यु का कारण बने तक्षक सर्प से प्रतिशोध लें, यह Justice की आवश्यकता को उजागर करता है।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
This verse is set in a context of emotional turmoil, where a son seeks to avenge his father’s untimely death caused by a deceitful enemy.
🧘 Meaning
The plea for retaliation signifies the cultural importance of family honor and justice in ancient Indian traditions.
🌟 Application
In modern contexts, this shloka serves as a reminder about finding balance in the pursuit of justice without resorting to hatred.
