Mahabharata Mausala Parva – तं परस्थितं महात्मानम अभिवाद्य कृताञ्जलिम

Shloka (श्लोक)

तं परस्थितं महात्मानम अभिवाद्य कृताञ्जलिम
जानन विनाशं वृष्णीनां नैच्छद वारयितुं हरिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks of Lord Vishnu’s refusal to avert the destruction of the Vrishnis despite acknowledging their presence.

Translations

English Translation

This verse describes how Lord Hari, knowing the impending destruction of the Vrishni clan, paid his respects with folded hands yet showed no desire to intervene and stop it. His recognition implies an acceptance of fate as inevitable.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक वर्णन करता है कि भगवान हरि ने वृष्णि परिवार के विनाश को जानते हुए, हाथ जोड़कर उनका अभिवादन किया, लेकिन इसे रोकने की इच्छा नहीं दिखाई। इस बात का संकेत है कि उन्होंने नियति को अपरिवर्तनीय स्वीकार कर लिया है।

Commentary

Context

The setting is during the Mausala Parva, where the events lead to the tragic downfall of the Yadava clan. Lord Vishnu’s role reflects the cosmic order.

Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the feeling of inevitability in divine actions and the awareness of the consequences that come from the past grievances among the clans.

Application

As we face challenges, we must reflect on what is beyond our control and recognize that acceptance can sometimes be the first step toward resolution.