Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न तव अन्ये कषुद्रपशवस तपॊवननिवासिनः

Shloka (श्लोक)
न तव अन्ये कषुद्रपशवस तपॊवननिवासिनः
वयदृश्यन्त भयत्रस्ता जीविताकाङ्क्षिणः सदा
⚡ Quick Meaning
Other small creatures in the forest become fearful of the prevailing lion.
Translations
English Translation
Other timid forest creatures, residing within the forest, become constantly frightened and worried about the presence of the strong lion, as they long for their lives and safety in the midst of fear.
हिंदी अनुवाद
अन्य छोटे-छोटे जीव जो जंगल में निवास करते हैं, मजबूत सिंह की उपस्थिति से लगातार भयभीत और चिंतित होते हैं, क्योंकि वे अपने जीवन और सुरक्षा की कामना करते हैं।
Commentary
Context
This shloka illustrates how the presence of a predator can instill fear among weaker beings in the ecosystem.
Meaning
It reflects the natural order of life, where the strong dominate, inducing anxiety in the weaker creatures that coexist.
Application
The shloka reminds us of the importance of understanding the balance in nature and how power dynamics affect various entities living in the same space.
