Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – हैरण्यगर्भाच च वसिष्ठाद धिरण्यकशिपुः शापं पराप्तवान

Shloka (श्लोक)

हैरण्यगर्भाच च वसिष्ठाद धिरण्यकशिपुः शापं पराप्तवान
यस्मात तवयान्यॊ वृतॊ हॊता तस्माद असमाप्त यज्ञस तवम अपूर्वात सत्त्वजाताद वधं पराप्स्यसीति
तच छापदानाद धिरण्यकशिपुः पराप्तवान वधम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys the curse placed upon Hiranyakashipu, emphasizing the inevitability of retribution due to his actions.

Translations

English Translation

The verse discusses how Hiranyakashipu received a curse from Vasishtha, suggesting that his unscrupulous actions would lead to consequences for his lineage, thus reflecting themes of justice and retribution.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि कैसे हिरण्यकशिपु को वसिष्ठ से श्राप मिला, यह दर्शाते हुए कि उसके अनुचित कार्यों का परिणाम होगा और इस प्रकार न्याय और प्रतिशोध के सिद्धांतों को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka encapsulates key themes of fate and moral accountability found in the overarching narrative of the Mahabharata, particularly within the context of divine justice.

Meaning

The text serves as a warning about the permanence of consequences driven by unethical behavior, encapsulating the cycle of action and reacquisition within the universe.

Application

It encourages self-reflection on one’s actions and their potential consequences, promoting ethical decision-making motivated by a desire for positive outcomes.