Mahabharata Shalya Parva – तरित आत्मानम आलक्ष्य कूपे वीरुत तृणावृते

Shloka (श्लोक)

तरित आत्मानम आलक्ष्य कूपे वीरुत तृणावृते
निमग्नं भरतश्रेष्ठ पापकृन नरके यथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka describes a situation where a hero, unnoticed, falls into a pit, similar to how sinful individuals descend into hell.

Translations

English Translation

This verse illustrates the metaphor of a valiant individual, whose true self is ignored and goes unnoticed, akin to the manner in which the sinful are plunged into the depths of hell, oblivious to their fate until it is too late.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक वीर व्यक्ति की स्थिति को दर्शाता है, जिसका वास्तविक स्वरूप अनदेखा रह जाता है, जैसे पापी नरक की गहराइयों में गिरते हैं, अपनी स्थिति को समझे बिना जब तक कि देर न हो जाए।

Commentary

Context

The verse falls under the Shalya Parva of the Mahabharata, depicting the challenges faced by heroes on the battlefield and their moral dilemmas.

Meaning

It serves as a reflection on recognition and the consequences of one’s actions, highlighting the importance of awareness in one’s actions and the potential fall into suffering.

Application

This shloka can be applied to encourage mindfulness in daily life, urging individuals to be conscious of their choices and the potential outcomes, both positive and negative.