Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – परजापतेश च दक्षस्य यजतॊ विताते करतौ
Shloka (श्लोक)
परजापतेश च दक्षस्य यजतॊ विताते करतौ
विव्याध कुपितॊ यज्ञं निर्भयस तु भवस तदा
धनुषा बाणम उत्सृज्य स घॊषं विननाद च
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka narrates an incident where the deity, angered by an offering, takes action in the sacrificial ritual.
Translations
English Translation
When the creator deity, feeling wrathful during the sacrifice led by Daksha, drew his bow and unleashed a fierce sound, it threatened the sacred rituals, indicating the divine’s overwhelming nature.
हिंदी अनुवाद
जब सृष्टिकर्ता देवता ने दक्ष द्वारा आयोजित यज्ञ के समय क्रोधित होकर धनुष खींचा और भयंकर ध्वनि का उत्सर्जन किया, तब यह पवित्र अनुष्ठानों को खतरे में डालता है, जो दिव्य की प्रचंडता को इंगित करता है।
Commentary
Context
This verse tells a powerful mythological story about the consequences of disrespecting the divine during important rituals, seen in the Anushasana Parva.
Meaning
The shloka emphasizes the significance of mindfulness in spiritual practices and the potential repercussions of anger among deities.
Application
It serves as a reminder to approach sacred activities with respect and devotion, maintaining harmony with the divine order.
