Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पर्याप्तम एतद भद्रं ते तव कार्मुकधारणम

Shloka (श्लोक)

पर्याप्तम एतद भद्रं ते तव कार्मुकधारणम
विसर्जयैतद दुर्धर्ष तपस तप्यस्व भार्गव

⚡ Quick Meaning

This is sufficient for you, auspicious one; release your bow, endure the rigorous austerity, O descendant of Bhrigu.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka encourages the warrior to let go of his bow and to embrace a path of austere discipline, suggesting that there are times when engaging in rigorous self-control is more beneficial than battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक योद्धा से अपने धनुष को छोड़ने और कठोर अनुशासन के मार्ग को अपनाने की प्रेरणा देता है, यह सुझाव देते हुए कि कुछ समय ऐसे होते हैं जब लड़ाई के बजाय स्वयं पर नियंत्रण रखना अधिक लाभप्रद होता है।

Commentary

Context

In the broader narrative of Udyoga Parva, this reflects on those moments in warfare when relinquishing weapons can signal wisdom over blind bravery.

Meaning

The central message is about the wisdom in letting go of weaponry in favor of spiritual or disciplined pursuits, underscoring inner strength over external conflict.

Application

This serves as a reminder in our lives that sometimes, letting go in the face of conflict can be the wisest choice.