Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तस्य मूलं समाश्रित्य कृत्वा शतमुखं बिलम

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्य मूलं समाश्रित्य कृत्वा शतमुखं बिलम
वसति सम महाप्राज्ञः पलितॊ नाम मूषकः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes a wise mouse that lives in a well-protected burrow.

Translations

English Translation

This verse describes how a wise rodent, named Palita, resides securely in a burrow with a hundred openings, benefiting from its safety. The imagery reflects on the significance of wisdom and protection in a perilous world.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि पलित नामक एक बुद्धिमान चूहा, शतमुखी बिल में सुरक्षित रूप से निवास करता है, जहाँ उसे सुरक्षा का लाभ प्राप्त होता है। यह चित्रण यह दर्शाता है कि संकटमय दुनिया में बुद्धि और संरक्षण का महत्व कितना आवश्यक है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, which addresses themes of peace and wisdom amidst conflict.

Meaning

It illustrates how wisdom provides a kind of shelter, allowing individuals to thrive despite challenges. The burrow represents safety derived from knowledge.

Application

In our lives, this shloka encourages us to seek knowledge and wisdom as a means to navigate difficult situations with protection and insight.