Mahabharata Shanti Parva – इत्य अभिव्यक्तम एवासौ पलितेनावभर्त्सितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

इत्य अभिव्यक्तम एवासौ पलितेनावभर्त्सितः
मार्जारॊ वरीडितॊ भूत्वा मूषकं वाक्यम अब्रवीत

⚡ Quick Meaning

A cat, feeling ashamed after being scolded, speaks a word to a mouse.

Translations

English Translation

This verse illustrates the cat’s embarrassment upon being rebuked. In its state of shame, it addresses the mouse, indicating the dynamic of predator and prey in a moment of vulnerability.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बिल्ली की लज्जा को दर्शाता है जो उसे डांटने के बाद महसूस होती है। लज्जित होकर वह चूहे से बात करती है, जो शिकारी और शिकार के बीच की स्थिति को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This episode from the Shanti Parva portrays the emotional states of characters within the narrative, reflecting on their interactions.

Meaning

The shloka highlights the complexities of feelings like shame even in a dominant position, showcasing a moment of humanness in a predatory context.

Application

The lesson here reminds us that everyone experiences emotions like shame, which can influence actions and interactions with others, regardless of their status.