Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ततॊ वृक्षौषधि तृणं तथैवॊक्तं यथातथम

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततॊ वृक्षौषधि तृणं तथैवॊक्तं यथातथम
वयथितं वह्निवद राजन बरह्माणम इदम अब्रवीत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys the idea of yielding to circumstances, like plants and trees do, while expressing a plea to the Brahman.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker, echoing the essence of nature, tells the king that just as trees and herbs accept their fate, they too must express their worries and seek guidance from the Brahman regarding their distress.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता कहता है कि जैसे वृक्ष और औषधियाँ अपनी किस्मत को स्वीकार करती हैं, वैसे ही उन्हें भी अपनी चिंताओं को व्यक्त करके ब्रह्मा से मार्गदर्शन प्राप्त करना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in a critical conversation concerning moral dilemmas and the weight of actions in the context of Brahmanhood and righteousness.

Meaning

The essence is to accept reality and draw strength from the eternal principles of righteousness and duty as taught by the Brahman.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder to face challenges with calmness and seek wisdom during tumultuous times.