Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – एवम उक्त्वा हृषीकेशः परविवेश पुनर गृहान

Shloka (श्लोक)

एवम उक्त्वा हृषीकेशः परविवेश पुनर गृहान
कृतान्तम अन्यथा नैच्छत कर्तुं स जगतः परभुः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Hrisikesa retreated to his abode, not wishing to cause devastation.

Translations

English Translation

After expressing his sentiments, Hrisikesa chose not to instigate further destruction and withdrew to his dwelling, contemplating the precarious situation the world found itself in.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपनी भावनाएँ व्यक्त करने के बाद, हृषीकेश ने आगे विनाश उत्पन्न नहीं करने का निर्णय लिया और अपने निवास की ओर लौट गए, इस बात पर विचार करते हुए कि संसार किस संकट में था।

Commentary

Context

This shloka marks the reflective moment of Hrisikesa as he weighs the consequences of action and inaction amidst chaos.

Meaning

It highlights the divine discernment in choosing restraint over destruction, reflecting the weight of responsibility carried by leaders.

Application

This teaches the importance of careful decision-making and the value of restraint in the face of turmoil, encouraging leaders to act wisely.