Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तत्र तीर्थे महाराज बृहस्पतिर उदारधीः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तत्र तीर्थे महाराज बृहस्पतिर उदारधीः
असुराणाम अभावाय भावाय च दिवौकसाम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks of the great king Brihaspati’s wise and generous act of countering the asuras.

Translations

English Translation

There, the great king Brihaspati, known for his magnanimity, offered a great sacrifice to counteract the threats posed by the demons and to benefit the divine beings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वहां महान राजा बृहस्पति, जो उदारता के लिए जाने जाते थे, ने दानवों द्वारा उत्पन्न संकट को खत्म करने के लिए एक बड़ी आहुति दी और देवताओं के लाभ के लिए प्रयास किया।

Commentary

Context

Located in a significant sacred site, this shloka details a ritual aimed at pacifying hostile forces for the benefit of both gods and men.

Meaning

This represents the ideal of selfless leadership acting for the common good, a quality vital for communal harmony.

Application

It highlights the importance of wise leadership in addressing societal evils and protecting the interests of everyone.