Mahabharata Vana Parva – कस्मिंश चित तु गते काले स राजा नियतव्रतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कस्मिंश चित तु गते काले स राजा नियतव्रतः
जयेष्ठायां धर्मचारिण्यां महिष्यां गर्भम आदधे

⚡ Quick Meaning

At the appropriate time, the king, committed to his vows, fathered an heir with the eldest lady following the path of righteousness.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes how, at the right time, the king, who is dedicated to his vows, fathered a child with the first wife, who is diligent in following the path of righteousness, reinforcing the importance of duty and timing in lineage.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि उचित समय पर, राजा, जो अपनी प्रतिज्ञाओं के प्रति समर्पित हैं, पहले पत्नी के साथ एक संतान का पालन करते हैं, जो धर्म के पथ पर चलने वाली हैं, यह वंश में कर्तव्य और समय के महत्व को पुष्ट करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse discusses the significance of fulfilling one’s obligations at the right time in a lineage context.

Meaning

The deeper meaning stresses the essence of commitment to vows and responsibilities in familial settings.

Application

This teaching resonates with the importance of honoring commitments in personal and social responsibilities.