Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पुरा कृतयुगे तात चार्वाकॊ नाम राक्षसः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पुरा कृतयुगे तात चार्वाकॊ नाम राक्षसः
तपस तेपे महाबाहॊ बदर्यां बहु वत्सरम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks of Charvaka’s penance in the Satya Yuga and his notorious character.

Translations

English Translation

The verse narrates that in the age of truth (Satya Yuga), Charvaka, a Rakshasa, performed severe penance for many years in the Badari forest, indicating his resolute character and complex nature within the narrative of the Mahabharata.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि सत्य युग में चार्वाक नाम का राक्षस बदरी वन में कई वर्षों तक कठोर तप कर रहा था, जो महाभारत में उसके दृढ़ चरित्र और जटिलता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This reference points towards the expansive timelines in the epic, reflecting on characters’ growth and decline over ages.

Meaning

It signifies that even those who appear ominous may engage in deep practices indicative of spiritual quests or power.

Application

This shloka reminds us to recognize the complexity of all characters and not to judge hastily based solely on appearances.