Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – एका तिष्ठसि का नु तवं कस्यार्थे किं परयॊजनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

एका तिष्ठसि का नु तवं कस्यार्थे किं परयॊजनम
पद्मिनी तीरम आश्रित्य बरूहि तवं किं चिकीर्षसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions a solitary being about its purpose by the lotus shore.

Translations

English Translation

Here, the speaker asks an enigmatic being standing alone on the banks of a lotus pond, inquiring about its intention and reason for being there, questioning its true motive.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यहां, एक पहेली पात्र को कमल तट पर एकाकी खड़ी होने के कारण उसके उद्देश्य और कारण के बारे में पूछा जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects the curious mindset of the observers in the Anushasana Parva, capturing the essence of inquiry and understanding of existence.

Meaning

The shloka encourages exploration of one’s purpose and motivations, urging individuals to reflect on their aspirations and objectives in life.

Application

This invites us to examine our own motivations in various endeavors, guiding towards self-awareness and purposeful living.