Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तं दृष्ट्वा यमदूताभं मार्जारस तरस्तचेतनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तं दृष्ट्वा यमदूताभं मार्जारस तरस्तचेतनः
उवाच पलितं भीतः किम इदानीं करिष्यसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

Upon seeing a figure resembling Yama, the frightened cat spoke to the elder, questioning his actions.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka narrates the reaction of a frightened cat upon witnessing a figure reminiscent of Yama, the god of death. The cat, overwhelmed by fear, inquires about the actions of this elder, illustrating the essence of fear in response to intimidating presences.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक भयभीत बिल्ली की प्रतिक्रिया का वर्णन करता है जो यम के समान एक आकृति को देखती है। भयभीत बिल्ली, डर से अभिभूत होकर इस बुढ़े से उसके कार्यों के बारे में पूछती है, यह दिखाते हुए कि भय भयानक उपस्थिति पर प्रतिक्रिया का मूल स्वरूप है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is from Shanti Parva, which elaborates on transformations and the role of fear.

Meaning

It depicts a moment of fear and the instinctive questioning that arises from confronting an intimidating figure.

Application

This serves as a reminder to address our fears directly and seek clarity in moments of uncertainty.