Mahabharata Vana Parva – यदि वृत्रं न हन्म्य अद्य वञ्चयित्वा महासुरम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यदि वृत्रं न हन्म्य अद्य वञ्चयित्वा महासुरम
महाबलं महाकायं न मे शरेयॊ भविष्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

If I do not defeat Vritra today, there will be no escape from this mighty demon.

Translations

English Translation

The urgency expressed in this shloka highlights the feeling of desperation where the speaker recognizes that failing to conquer Vritra will result in dire consequences. The emphasis is on the great power of the demon, indicating an acute need for action.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस तात्कालिकता को उजागर करता है जिसमें वक्ता यह स्वीकारता है कि वृत्र को पराजित करने में असफलता का अर्थ गंभीर परिणाम होगा। वृत्र की महान शक्ति पर जोर दिया गया है, जो कार्रवाई की तीव्र आवश्यकता को इंगित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka encapsulates the dire circumstances faced by Shakra as he ponders the implications of failure.

Meaning

This verse teaches about the weight of consequence associated with inaction in critical situations.

Application

It reminds us that procrastination in the face of challenges can lead to dire outcomes, urging decisive action instead.