Mahabharata Shanti Parva – स हत्वा भक्षयित्वा च जम्बुकॊष्ट्रं ततस तदा
Shloka (श्लोक)
स हत्वा भक्षयित्वा च जम्बुकॊष्ट्रं ततस तदा
विगते वातवर्षे च निश्चक्राम गुहा मुखात
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka illustrates an event where an animal defeats another and subsequently retreats under certain conditions.
Translations
English Translation
After killing and consuming the jackal, the animal found refuge in a cave. It left this hideout only when the disturbance due to natural forces subsided, illustrating the instinct of retreat for survival amid adversities.
हिंदी अनुवाद
एक पशु ने जम्बुक को मारकर उसे खा लिया। यह तब तक अपने आश्रय से बाहर नहीं निकला जब तक कि प्राकृतिक ताकतों के कारण उत्पन्न हलचल समाप्त नहीं हो गई, जीवित रहने के लिए पीछे हटने की वृत्ति को दर्शाते हुए।
Commentary
Context
This verse from the Shanti Parva highlights strategies animals utilize for survival, hinting at themes of caution and adaptation.
Meaning
The message revolves around taking shelter and waiting for the right moments to engage with the outside world, a trait shared by many living beings.
Application
This encourages us to recognize the importance of patience and strategic retreat in challenging situations of life.
