Mahabharata Vana Parva – इन्द्रॊ ऽपय एषां परणमते किं पुनर मानुषा भुवि

Shloka (श्लोक)

इन्द्रॊ ऽपय एषां परणमते किं पुनर मानुषा भुवि
अवलिप्ते न जानीषे वृद्धानां न शरुतं तवया
बराह्मणा हय अग्निसदृषा दहेयुः पृथिवीम अपि

⚡ Quick Meaning

If even Indra bows down to these individuals, what should mere mortals understand? The wise, like Brahmins, can consume and destroy earthly pleasures.

Translations

English Translation

This verse underscores the greatness of certain individuals who command respect even from deities like Indra, illustrating the idea that wise Brahmins have the power to navigate and overcome worldly desires. It highlights the importance of wisdom over material pursuits.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन व्यक्तियों की महानता को दर्शाता है, जिनकी इंद्र जैसे देवताओं से भी प्रतिष्ठा है, यह दर्शाते हुए कि ज्ञानी ब्राह्मण worldly सुखों पर काबू रख सकते हैं। यह भौतिक इच्छाओं पर ज्ञान के महत्व को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emerges in the Vana Parva, focusing on respect for learned individuals and the power of knowledge in transcending worldly battles.

Meaning

The essence is on the elevated status of learned individuals, suggesting that true power lies in wisdom which transcends human limitations.

Application

This encourages the pursuit of knowledge and wisdom, reminding us that intellectual strength is superior to material achievements.