Mahabharata Virata Parva – कीचकश च सुकेशान्ते मूढॊ मदनदर्पितः

Shloka (श्लोक)
कीचकश च सुकेशान्ते मूढॊ मदनदर्पितः
सॊ ऽवमंस्यति मां दृष्ट्वा न यास्ये तत्र शॊभने
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka illustrates a specific adversary’s hubris.
Translations
English Translation
The maid describes Kiichaka, a foolish and arrogant warrior, who disregards her presence and boasts of his might. This reflects themes of bravado in power dynamics and the consequences of underestimating others.
हिंदी अनुवाद
दासी कीचक का वर्णन करती है, जो एक मूर्ख और घमंडी योद्धा है, जो उसकी उपस्थिति की अनदेखी करता है और अपनी ताकत का बखान करता है। यह शक्ति के समीकरणों में बड़प्पन और दूसरों का मूल्यांकन ना करने के परिणामों के विषयों को दर्शाता है।
Commentary
Context
This highlights the dangerous consequences of arrogance in a royal setting, emphasizing moral lessons from the Virata Parva.
Meaning
It serves as a warning against the pitfalls of pride and the neglect of others’ potential, which can lead to one’s downfall.
Application
This shloka encourages humility in positions of power and acknowledges the value of every individual in the social hierarchy.
