Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शरीसमृद्धं तदा दृष्ट्वा नारदं देवरूपिणम

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरीसमृद्धं तदा दृष्ट्वा नारदं देवरूपिणम
सुकुमारी परदुद्राव परपत्य अभिशङ्कया

⚡ Quick Meaning

The maiden, seeing Narada in divine form, fled in fear and doubt.

Translations

English Translation

Upon seeing Narada in his godly form, a delicate maiden fled in fear, not ready to face the divine presence. This highlights the overwhelming nature of the divine encounter and human vulnerability.

हिंदी अनुवाद

नारद को देवलोक में देखकर एक सज्जन कन्या डरकर भाग गई, क्योंकि वह दिव्य उपस्थिति का सामना करने के लिए तैयार नहीं थी। यह दिव्य अनुभव की प्रभावशाली प्रकृति और मानव कमजोरियों को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse captures the moment of divine revelation, showcasing the balance of power and fear when encountering the divine. It reflects human frailty when faced with the extraordinary.

Meaning

The meaning conveys that even the purest beings may feel apprehensive in the presence of divinity. It points to the intrinsic bond of reverence within human experiences.

Application

This shloka encourages us to approach the divine with humility and respect, understanding that such encounters can be intimidating yet transformative for our spiritual journey.