Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – ततः स परिहीणॊ ऽभूत सुरेन्द्रॊ बलिकर्मतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततः स परिहीणॊ ऽभूत सुरेन्द्रॊ बलिकर्मतः
धूपदीपॊदक विधिं न यथावच चकार ह
ततॊ ऽसय यज्ञविषयॊ रक्षॊभिः पर्यबाध्यत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Thus, without proper offerings, the king faced disturbances and challenges from supernatural forces.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka narrates how the absence of proper rituals led to Surendra’s downfall as he neglected the offerings meant for deities. The consequences of ignoring such vital practices resulted in disruptions from negative forces, showcasing the importance of diligence in worship.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि उचित यज्ञों की अनुपस्थिति ने सुरेंद्र के पतन को जन्म दिया क्योंकि उसने देवताओं के लिए अर्पित किए जाने वाले अपने दान को नजरअंदाज कर दिया। ऐसे महत्वपूर्ण कार्यों की अनदेखी के परिणामस्वरूप नकारात्मक शक्तियों से बाधाएं आईं, जो पूजा में मेहनत के महत्व को प्रदर्शित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse highlights the consequences of neglecting rituals within the Anushasana Parva, providing a cautionary tale about worship.

Meaning

It points out that the lack of offerings leads to negative repercussions, underscoring the necessity of maintaining faith and diligence.

Application

In modern spiritual practice, this serves as a reminder to actively engage in rituals and uphold traditions that create harmony with spiritual realms.