Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – मयास्य दत्तं राजर्षे गृह्णीयां तत कथं पुनः

Shloka (श्लोक)
मयास्य दत्तं राजर्षे गृह्णीयां तत कथं पुनः
कामम अत्रापराधॊ मे दन्द्यम आज्ञापय परभॊ
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka raises questions about refusing accepted gifts and the nature of mistakes in intentions.
Translations
English Translation
The speaker requests an explanation of how they can accept gifts bestowed by royal grace, while pondering upon any potential mistakes that invalidate their intentions, leading to a sense of misunderstanding about divine ordinances.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक सवाल करता है कि कैसे वे राजसी अनुग्रह से दी गई वस्तुएं स्वीकार कर सकते हैं, जब वे अपनी मंशा में किसी गलती की आशंका कर रहे हैं।
Commentary
Context
It occurs within a framework of discussing royal ethics and the philosophy of giving and receiving in governance.
Meaning
This shloka encourages reflection on one’s actions and the consequences of accepting gifts, considering the purity of intentions behind them.
Application
In our lives, we should measure our own beliefs against societal norms in terms of generosity and acceptance, ensuring our intentions remain righteous.
