Mahabharata Vana Parva – ते चाब्रुवन नहुषॊ घॊररूपॊ; दृष्टी विषस तस्य बिभीम देव

Shloka (श्लोक)

ते चाब्रुवन नहुषॊ घॊररूपॊ; दृष्टी विषस तस्य बिभीम देव
तवं चेद राजन नहुषं पराजयेस; तद वै वयं भागम अर्हाम शक्र

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reiterates the daunting nature of Nahusha and the strengths needed to overcome him.

Translations

English Translation

The gods express their fear of Nahusha’s terrifying form, indicating that if they cannot overcome him, they believe they do not deserve their share of Indra’s strength and fortune.

हिंदी अनुवाद

देवता नहुष के भयानक रूप से डर व्यक्त करते हैं, यह संकेत करते हुए कि यदि वे उसे नहीं हरा सकते, तो वे इंद्र की शक्ति और भाग्य का हिस्सा पाने के लायक नहीं हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka fits into a narrative of the struggles between the gods and the demon Nahusha, focusing on their fears.

Meaning

It encapsulates the tension between fear and the pursuit of power among celestial beings.

Application

This teaches the importance of recognizing our fears and striving to overcome them to claim our rightful place in life.