Shloka (श्लोक)
स कल्पवृक्षसदृशॊ यत्नाद अपि विभूषितः
शमशानचैत्यद्रुमवद भूषितॊ ऽपि भयंकरः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka compares a decorated figure to the wish-fulfilling tree, illustrating both beauty and terror.
Translations
English Translation
The shloka likens the adorned being to a wish-fulfilling tree, dressed with great effort, yet still embodies an aspect of fear similar to that of a graveyard tree, highlighting the dual nature of existence where beauty can coexist with formidable strength.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक एक सज्जित व्यक्ति की तुलना इच्छापूर्ति करने वाले वृक्ष से करता है, जिसे बड़ी मेहनत से सजाया गया है, फिर भी वह श्मशान के वृक्ष की तरह भयंकरता का प्रतीक बनाए रखता है, यह दर्शाते हुए कि सौंदर्य और भय एक साथ मौजूद हो सकते हैं।
Commentary
Context
This shloka from the Vana Parva conveys a profound truth about the coexistence of beauty and fear in nature and life.
Meaning
It signifies that outward beauty does not negate inner strength or fear; they can coexist within a being.
Application
This teaching challenges individuals to find strength in vulnerability and to recognize that beauty may often conceal deeper complexities.
