Mahabharata Virata Parva – यॊ ऽतर्पयद अमेयात्मा खाण्डवे जातवेदसम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यॊ ऽतर्पयद अमेयात्मा खाण्डवे जातवेदसम
सॊ ऽनतःपुर गतः पार्थः कूपे ऽगनिर इव संवृतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

He who satisfied the immeasurable soul of the fire-god, is like fire enveloped in the well, thus he is Partha who entered the secret chambers.

Translations

English Translation

This verse highlights the character of Partha (Arjuna), who discerned the essence of the fire-god and thus was able to navigate the intricate paths of royal intrigues. The metaphor of fire in the well illustrates the depth of commitment and the hidden nature of his resolve.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक पार्थ (अर्जुन) के चरित्र को उजागर करता है, जिसने अग्नि देवता की आत्मा को समझा और इस प्रकार शाही साज़िशों में मार्ग नेविगेट किया। कुएं में अग्नि का अलंकारिक मत उसकी गहरे समर्पण और उसकी दृढ़ संकल्पना की छिपी हुई प्रकृति को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Within the Virata Parva, this verse emphasizes the complexities surrounding Partha’s leadership and actions, integral to his character development throughout the epic.

Meaning

The shloka portrays Arjuna as a figure of depth and intelligence, showing that understanding the essence of challenges is vital for growth.

Application

This brings forth a reminder to navigate through life’s challenges with wisdom and awareness, focusing on deeper insights rather than the surface-level experiences.