Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तेषां यं परवरं मेने हंसानां दूरपातिनाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

तेषां यं परवरं मेने हंसानां दूरपातिनाम
तम आह्वयत दुर्बुद्धिः पताम इति पक्षिणम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses the invocation of a powerful bird by the one with poor intellect.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker is calling upon a revered bird among the flock of swans, alluding to the wisdom or dutifulness that one expects from it, created as a response to those lacking in understanding.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन पराक्रमी पक्षी की पुकार लगाता है, जो कि समझ की कमी रखने वालों की प्रतिक्रिया में रखी जाती है। यह हंसों के बीच में सम्मानित पक्षी की आवश्यकता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka mirrors the conversation happening amidst a delegation of birds, emphasizing the engagement of intellect in discourse.

Meaning

It symbolizes the nuances of wisdom and intellect, highlighting the importance of discerning who carries true value.

Application

This can be a metaphorical reminder to seek wise counsel in our lives, especially during critical moments.