Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – इमं जञातिबधं कृत्वा सुमहान्तं दविजॊत्तम

Shloka (श्लोक)

इमं जञातिबधं कृत्वा सुमहान्तं दविजॊत्तम
दानम अल्पं न शक्यामि दातुं वित्तं च नास्ति मे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the speaker’s inability to give a worthy donation due to a lack of resources.

Translations

English Translation

The verse expresses a commitment to kinship while revealing the speaker’s predicament of having insufficient wealth to make a substantial donation, illustrating the weight of expectations in familial duties.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक रिश्तेदारी का एक संकल्प व्यक्त करता है जबकि वक्ता यह बताता है कि उसके पास पर्याप्त धन नहीं है ताकि वह एक महत्वपूर्ण दान कर सके, जो पारिवारिक जिम्मेदारियों का भारी बोझ दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects on the familial obligations explored in the Ashvamedhika Parva, stressing both relationships and the struggles within societal expectations.

Meaning

The verse underscores how societal and familial responsibilities can weigh heavily on individuals, leading to a sense of inadequacy in fulfilling expectations.

Application

This wisdom prompts us today to understand that it is acceptable to have limitations and to seek support from communities in balancing responsibilities without undue stress.