Mahabharata Mausala Parva – निर्याते तु जने तस्मिन सागरॊ मकरालयः

Shloka (श्लोक)

निर्याते तु जने तस्मिन सागरॊ मकरालयः
दवारकां रत्नसंपूर्णां जलेनाप्लावयत तदा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka portrays the sight of the sea inundating Dwarka, symbolizing a great tragedy.

Translations

English Translation

As the ocean flourished and overwhelmed the people, it flooded Dwarka, filled with precious gems, highlighting the devastation caused by natural forces and loss of civilization in the narrative of the epic.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब समुद्र फला-फूला और लोगों को अधोमुख किया, तब यह रत्नों से भरी द्वारका को बाढ़ से भर दिया, जो महाकाव्य में प्राकृतिक शक्तियों और सभ्यता के नुकसान के कारण हुई तबाही को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is woven in the narrative of Mausala Parva, depicting the catastrophic scenarios facing the kingdom of Dwarka following the great war.

Meaning

It symbolizes the fragility of human creations against nature’s might, a reminder of the impermanence of material wealth.

Application

This stresses the importance of humility and preparedness in the face of uncontrollable natural forces while cherishing what truly matters in life.