Mahabharata Shalya Parva – तत्र हत्वा पुरा विष्णुर असुरौ मधु कौटभौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

तत्र हत्वा पुरा विष्णुर असुरौ मधु कौटभौ
आप्लुतॊ भरतश्रेष्ठ तीर्थप्रवर उत्तमे

⚡ Quick Meaning

There, in the past, Vishnu vanquished the Asuras Madhu and Kaitabha.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka recounts how Lord Vishnu defeated the formidable Asuras Madhu and Kaitabha at that auspicious site, further emphasizing the significance of the location in overcoming darkness through divine power.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि भगवान विष्णु ने उस शुभ स्थान पर कठिन आसुरों मधु और कौंटभ को पराजित किया, जो उस स्थान के महत्व को और बढ़ाता है, जो अंधकार पर दिव्य शक्ति की विजय का प्रतीक है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is positioned in the Shalya Parva, signifying the legendary battles between deities and demonic beings vital in Hindu mythology.

Meaning

This reflects the eternal struggle between good and evil, with divine entities emerging as protectors.

Application

Encourages individuals to strive for goodness and to draw upon divine strength in facing life’s challenges.