Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – धर्मात्मनि महासत्त्वे सत्यसंधे जितात्मनि

Shloka (श्लोक)

[जनमेजय]धर्मात्मनि महासत्त्वे सत्यसंधे जितात्मनि
देवव्रते महाभागे शरतल्पगते ऽचयुते

⚡ Quick Meaning

In the person of Dharma, in the great being of virtue, in the one who has conquered himself, amid the revered son of Ganga, the immutable one.

Translations

English Translation

In the form of Dharma, embodied in the supreme being of virtue, who has triumphed over himself, lies the revered Bhishma, the son of Ganga, symbolizing constancy and unwavering strength amidst the trials of life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

धर्म के रूप में, महासात्त्विकता में, जो अपने आप पर विजय प्राप्त कर चुका है, वहाँ गंगा के माननीय पुत्र भीष्म का स्वरूप है, जो जीवन की कठिनाइयों में स्थिरता और अडिग शक्ति का प्रतीक है।

Commentary

Context

This verse celebrates Bhishma’s embodiment of Dharma and virtue, portraying his significance during the epic narrative of the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It symbolizes the ideal of self-mastery and righteousness, encouraging us to embody these attributes in our own lives.

Application

Striving for self-control and ethical living, we can aspire to become embodiments of virtues that guide our actions and interactions in the world.