Mahabharata Shanti Parva – ततस ताव असुरौ कृत्वा वेदान समयबन्धनान

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततस ताव असुरौ कृत्वा वेदान समयबन्धनान
रसातले विनिक्षिप्य यतः शब्दस ततॊ दरुतौ

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the actions of demons in relation to sacred knowledge.

Translations

English Translation

The verse narrates a scenario where demons, after creating restrictions on sacred knowledge, cast it into the underworld, illustrating the tension between divine knowledge and ignorance.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक परिदृश्य का वर्णन करता है जहाँ आसुरी स्वभाव ने पवित्र ज्ञान पर पाबंदियाँ लगाईं और उसे अंतर्धान में डाल दिया, जो दिव्य ज्ञान और अज्ञानता के बीच के तनाव को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Shanti Parva, it reflects on the eternal conflict between good and evil regarding knowledge and wisdom.

Meaning

This shloka conveys that the pursuit of knowledge is often hindered by negative forces, emphasizing the need for vigilance against ignorance.

Application

Reciting this shloka can motivate individuals to defend and pursue knowledge, highlighting its importance in overcoming darkness.