Mahabharata Vana Parva – देवॊ वा यदि वा दैत्य उरगॊ वा भवान यदि
Shloka (श्लोक)
देवॊ वा यदि वा दैत्य उरगॊ वा भवान यदि
सत्यं सर्पवचॊ बरूहि पृच्छति तवां युधिष्ठिरः
⚡ Quick Meaning
Yudhishthira inquires whether he is speaking to a divine being, a demon, or a serpent.
Translations
English Translation
This elegant shloka captures Yudhishthira’s plea for truth, asking whether he is addressing a god, demon, or serpent, emphasizing the importance of discernment in difficult situations.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक युधिष्ठिर की सत्य की प्राप्ति की याचना को दर्शाता है, जिसमें वे पूछते हैं कि क्या वे किसी देवता, दैत्यों या सर्प से बात कर रहे हैं, जो कठिन समय में विवेक की महत्वता को उजागर करता है।
Commentary
Context
This verse illustrates the existential struggles and dilemmas faced by Yudhishthira during a critical moment in the Vana Parva.
Meaning
It reflects the notion of questioning reality to attain clarity and wisdom in the face of uncertainty.
Application
This serves as a lesson to always seek the truth and be aware of the nature of the challenges we face, promoting vigilance and awareness in life’s complexities.
