Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – भार्यया तु स संमन्त्र्य सह रात्रौ सुधर्मया

Shloka (श्लोक)

भार्यया तु स संमन्त्र्य सह रात्रौ सुधर्मया
मातलिर नागलॊकाय चकार गमने मतिम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Matalir, invoking advice from his wife, embarked on a journey towards Nagaloka.

Translations

English Translation

In the Udyoga Parva of the Mahabharata, Matalir consults his wife during the night to seek wisdom and decides to journey to Nagaloka (the realm of serpents) with a determined mind.

हिंदी अनुवाद

महाभारत के उद्योेग पर्व में, मातलिर अपनी पत्नी से रात में परामर्श करते हैं और नागलोक (नागों का क्षेत्र) की ओर यात्रा करने का संकल्प लेते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka illustrates the significance of seeking counsel before undertaking important decisions, especially in challenging scenarios.

Meaning

Matalir’s act of consulting his wife highlights the importance of unity and shared wisdom in decision-making, especially for significant journeys.

Application

In modern contexts, this shloka teaches that joint decision-making leads to more thoughtful outcomes, especially in family and partnership settings.