Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – कलिश्यमानान विमार्गेषु कामक्रॊधावृतात्मनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कलिश्यमानान विमार्गेषु कामक्रॊधावृतात्मनः
मन्ये नु धयायसि जनांस तेनासि हरिणः कृशः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka addresses the struggle of those overwhelmed by desire and anger, leading to misdirection.

Translations

English Translation

The verse implies that individuals driven by ungoverned desires and anger are misled; they might think they are contemplating profound truths but are actually lost, akin to a weakened deer.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इंगित करता है कि जो व्यक्ति अनियंत्रित इच्छाओं और क्रोध से अभिभूत होते हैं, वे भटक जाते हैं; वे सोचते हैं कि वे गहरी सच्चाइयों पर विचार कर रहे हैं जबकि वास्तव में वे खो गए हैं, जैसे एक कमजोर हिरण।

Commentary

Context

This verse highlights the internal struggles faced by individuals when consumed by base emotions, within the Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

The essence is the disempowerment that comes from giving in to one’s baser emotions, leading to poor decisions.

Application

Maintaining emotional balance can prevent misguided thoughts and actions, promoting inner strength and clarity.