Mahabharata Vana Parva – यत सुरापं तु तस्यासीद वक्त्रं तरिशिरसस तदा

Shloka (श्लोक)

यत सुरापं तु तस्यासीद वक्त्रं तरिशिरसस तदा
कलविङ्का विनिष्पेतुस तेनास्य भरतर्षभ

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes an event related to drinking and the resulting actions.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka signifies that when there was a drink (Sura) present, then Tarishira’s face became notable, leading to the emergence of Kalavinka, highlighting the power of intoxication in creativity and beauty.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि जब सुरा का प्याला था, तब तरिशिर का चेहरा विशेष हो गया, जिसके परिणामस्वरूप कलविंक का प्रकट होना, जो मादकता की शक्ति को रचनात्मकता और सौंदर्य में दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse portrays the impact of substances on clarity and appearance, illustrating a cultural viewpoint present in the epic.

Meaning

It reflects the dual nature of intoxication—its ability to inspire while also obscuring clarity.

Application

This can serve as a cautionary note on the use of intoxicants and their potential effects on perception and creativity.