Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – वरुणाद आहृतं पूर्वं मयैतत पार्थ कारणात

Shloka (श्लोक)

वरुणाद आहृतं पूर्वं मयैतत पार्थ कारणात
गाण्डीवं कार्मुकश्रेष्ठं वरुणायैव दीयताम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka mentions the bow Gandiva, which was retrieved from Varuna and is to be given back to him.

Translations

English Translation

Previously received from Varuna, I request that this excellent bow, Gandiva, is returned to him for the rightful reasons.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो पहले वरुण से प्राप्त हुआ था, मैं निवेदन करता हूँ कि यह श्रेष्ठ धनुष, गाण्डीव, उसे न्याय के लिए वापस कर दिया जाए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka discusses a pivotal moment when the bow Gandiva is to be returned to its divine source, reflecting honor and respect.

Meaning

The bow signifies responsibility and strength, indicating that our gifts must be used wisely and returned honorably when the time calls for it.

Application

This reveals the ethical duty of acknowledging and returning what is not ours, reinforcing the principle of respect and gratitude.