Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शिरॊभिश च गता भूमिम ऊचू रक्षॊगणाधिपम

Shloka (श्लोक)

शिरॊभिश च गता भूमिम ऊचू रक्षॊगणाधिपम
न दातुम अर्हसि तवं नॊ भक्षणायास्य किल्बिषम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The demons protested against their king’s authority, stating they were unwilling to partake in the sinful act of consuming the boy.

Translations

English Translation

The demons expressed their unwillingness to follow the king’s orders, arguing that consuming the boy would cast a sinful shadow on them and tarnish their beings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

राक्षसों ने अपने राजा के आदेश को मानने से इनकार किया, यह तर्क करते हुए कि लड़के का सेवन उनके ऊपर पाप का धब्बा छोड़ देगा और उनकी प्रवृत्ति को कलंकित करेगा।

Commentary

Context

This illustrates a unique moment of rebellion among the demons against their inherent nature of evil.

Meaning

The resistance against sin reinforces the notion that even those who dwell in darkness possess a desire for redemption.

Application

The shloka encourages self-reflection on moral choices and the pursuit of inner goodness, even in challenging circumstances.