Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – कथं रक्षामि भवतस ते ऽबरुवंश चन्द्रमा भव

Shloka (श्लोक)

कथं रक्षामि भवतस ते ऽबरुवंश चन्द्रमा भव
तिमिरघ्नश च सविता दस्युहा चैव नॊ भव

⚡ Quick Meaning

How do I protect you, O Moon, who dispels darkness and leads my destiny?

Translations

English Translation

This shloka presents a heartfelt query to the Moon, known for its association with guidance and light. It calls upon the divine to illuminate the path and protect against the darkness that surrounds one’s fate.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक चंद्रमा से गहन प्रश्न करता है, जो मार्गदर्शन और प्रकाश से जुड़ा होता है। यह दिव्य से दिशा दिखाने और भाग्य के चारों ओर के अंधकार से सुरक्षा के लिए प्रार्थना करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is situated in a dialogue about celestial bodies and their influence on human destiny within the Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

The main idea revolves around seeking guidance and clarity from higher powers, particularly in fate’s ambivalence and uncertainties.

Application

In challenging times, it is vital to seek light and guidance, symbolizing hope, and understanding that divine forces can shield us from darkness.