Mahabharata Virata Parva – जहीमम अपि पापं तवं यॊ ऽयं माम अवमन्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

जहीमम अपि पापं तवं यॊ ऽयं माम अवमन्यते
कीचकॊ राजवाल्लभ्याच छॊककृन मम भारत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Even if you abandon sin, this Kichaka, who despises me, brings shame through disdain.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka refers to the dishonor inflicted by Kichaka, who looks down upon me despite abandoning my sins. It speaks to the idea that even a noble person can face humiliation from the disdain of others, highlighting the moral complexities of social interactions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कीचक द्वारा जो अपमान किया जाता है, उस अपमान को संदर्भित करता है, जो मुझे इस तथ्य के बावजूद अपमानित करता है कि मैंने अपने पापों को छोड़ दिया है। यह समाजिक संपर्कों की नैतिक जटिलताओं को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Virata Parva, this verse illustrates the themes of honor, dishonor, and the societal dynamics that dictate personal relationships and reputations.

Meaning

The core of this shloka emphasizes the pain of rejection and the complexities of societal judgment based on perceptions and power dynamics.

Application

This verse serves as a reminder to navigate social relations with humility, recognizing that external opinions can create challenges, regardless of personal merit.