Mahabharata Vana Parva – पादाङ्गुलीर अभिप्रेक्षन परयतॊ ऽहं कृताञ्जलिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पादाङ्गुलीर अभिप्रेक्षन परयतॊ ऽहं कृताञ्जलिः
शुद्धान्तं पराविशं राजन्न आख्यातुं नरदेवयॊः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects the humility and respect of the speaker while seeking wisdom.

Translations

English Translation

The narrator humbly approaches the king, expressing a wish to convey the divinely inspired wisdom by bowing deeply in reverence towards the human deities, Krishna and Arjuna.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वर्णनकर्ता राजा के समक्ष श्रद्धा से झुकते हुए बताता है कि वह मानव देवताओं, कृष्ण और अर्जुन द्वारा दी गई दिव्य प्रेरित ज्ञान को साझा करना चाहता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse demonstrates the speaker’s reverence in their approach, highlighting the importance of respect towards great leaders and their teachings.

Meaning

The act of bowing signifies recognition of wisdom and understanding, an important characteristic in the pursuit of knowledge.

Application

It reminds us to approach our learning with humility and acknowledge the sources of knowledge around us.