Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स देवैर याचितॊ ऽस्थीनि यत्नाद ऋषिवरस तदा

Shloka (श्लोक)

स देवैर याचितॊ ऽस्थीनि यत्नाद ऋषिवरस तदा
पराणत्यागं कुरुष्वेति चकारैवाविचारयन

⚡ Quick Meaning

Then, in response to the gods, he (Dadhichi) was asked for his bones with great effort, committing to sacrifice his life for their cause.

Translations

English Translation

In that moment, Dadhichi was respectfully asked by the deities to yield his bones, showing his willingness to sacrifice even his life for the protection and victory of the celestial beings against their formidable enemies.

हिंदी अनुवाद

उस क्षण में, दधीचि का सम्मानपूर्वक देवताओं ने उनकी अस्थियों को देने के लिए कहा, जिससे यह साबित होता है कि वे अपने और देवताओं के मजबूत शत्रुओं के खिलाफ रक्षा और विजय के लिए अपने जीवन का भी बलिदान देने के लिए तैयार हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse encapsulates the essence of self-sacrifice and highlights the deeper themes of duty and commitment depicted in the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It reflects the noble character of Dadhichi, who places the welfare of others above his own life, symbolizing ultimate selflessness.

Application

This teaches us the significance of self-sacrifice for the greater good, inspiring acts of kindness and selflessness in our everyday lives.