Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 4261

Shloka (श्लोक)

दश बालाञ जले करीडन भुजाभ्यां परिगृह्य सः
आस्ते सम सलिले मग्नः परमृतांश च विमुञ्चति

⚡ Quick Meaning

He embraces ten boys playing in the water and remains submerged in the water, releasing them when needed.

📖 Translations

English Translation

This shloka depicts a scene where a mighty figure, here Bhima, holds onto ten boys frolicking in water, illustrating care and protectiveness, while being immersed in the water himself, ready to let go when required.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक दृश्य का वर्णन करता है जहाँ एक शक्तिशाली व्यक्ति, यहाँ भीम, जल में खेलते दस बच्चों को पकड़ता है, जो उनकी देखभाल और सुरक्षा को दर्शाता है, जबकि वह खुद भी पानी में डूबा रहता है, जब आवश्यकता होती है तब छोड़ने के लिए तैयार रहता है।

🔍 Commentary

📜 Context

Found in the Adi Parva, this verse illustrates the idea of strength combined with a gentle disposition and care for others, especially the vulnerable.

🧘 Meaning

It represents the duality of being both a protector and a powerful figure, showing that strength can also be tender.

🌟 Application

This teaches that true strength includes the responsibility to care for and protect those who are weaker or in need.