Mahabharata Shanti Parva – शीतांशुश चन्द्र इत्य उक्ते कॊ लॊके विस्मयिष्यति

Shloka (श्लोक)

शीतांशुश चन्द्र इत्य उक्ते कॊ लॊके विस्मयिष्यति
तथैव यशसा पूर्णे मयि कॊ विस्मयिष्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the unparalleled nature of wealth and glory that astounds the world.

Translations

English Translation

The comparison is made between the moon and the one who is full of glory, questioning who would be amazed in the world by either, indicating that true greatness may draw less surprise than expected.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक चंद्रमा और जो महिमा से भरा है के बीच तुलना करता है, यह प्रश्न पूछते हुए कि कौन इस दुनिया में या तो देखकर चकित होगा, यह संकेत करता है कि सच्ची महानता की अपेक्षा से कम अचम्भा खींच सकती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse forms part of the Shanti Parva, reflecting on perception and the nature of admiration towards glory and accomplishments.

Meaning

It conveys the notion that glory may be so inherent that it is expected, leading to a lack of utter astonishment in the observers.

Application

This shloka encourages individuals to strive for excellence in such a way that their achievements, though grand, become a norm that attracts less surprise and more acknowledgment.