Mahabharata Vana Parva – अस्ति खलु राजर्षिर इन्द्रद्युम्नॊ नाम कषीणपुण्यस तरिदिवात परच्युतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

स तान उवाच
अस्ति खलु राजर्षिर इन्द्रद्युम्नॊ नाम कषीणपुण्यस तरिदिवात परच्युतः
कीर्तिस ते वयुच्छिन्नेति
स माम उपातिष्ठत
अथ परत्यभिजानाति मां भवान इति

⚡ Quick Meaning

Indra-Dyumna, a royal sage, who due to diminished merits fell from heaven, is recognized by others.

Translations

English Translation

The verse describes the sage Indra-Dyumna, who, due to loss of merit, fell from his heavenly abode. Despite this fall, he still retains his reputation, and though he has been cast out, there are those who still acknowledge and recognize him.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक राजर्षि इन्द्रद्युम्न के बारे में बताता है, जो अपने पुण्य ह्रास के कारण स्वर्ग से गिर पड़ा। फिर भी, कुछ लोग उसे पहचानते हैं और उसकी कीर्ति को मानते हैं, जिससे यह सिद्ध होता है कि उसकी पहचान अभी भी कायम है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the context of a narrative where identities and statuses are discussed after a divine fall from grace.

Meaning

It highlights the inevitability of recognition and respect that persists despite worldly changes and loses in status.

Application

This reminds one to hold on to their integrity and reputation, as they often outlast momentary setbacks or societal judgments.