Shishupalavadha – First Canto
Introduction The following 75 verses constitute the entire First Canto (प्रथमः सर्गः) of Mahākavi Māgha’s Śiśupālavadha, detailing the dialogue between
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Introduction The following 75 verses constitute the entire First Canto (प्रथमः सर्गः) of Mahākavi Māgha’s Śiśupālavadha, detailing the dialogue between
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In the second canto of Shishupalavadha, Magha masterfully weaves a narrative filled with profound wisdom and vivid imagery. The verses explore themes of loyalty, duty, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. Through the dialogues and actions of the characters, the poet delves into the complexities of human emotions and the consequences of one’s actions. The canto highlights the importance of righteous conduct, the power of wise counsel, and the inevitability of divine justice. Each verse is a testament to Magha’s poetic brilliance, offering readers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of Indian mythology and the timeless lessons it imparts.
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Verse#25 मूलपाठः (Actual Verse): भीमः- भोः कस्यायं स्वरः। खगशतविरुते विरौति तारं द्रुमगहने दृढसंकटे वनेऽस्मिन्। जनयति च मनोज्वरं स्वरोऽयं बहुसदृशो हि
Verse: आसीत् अशेष-नरपति-शिरः-समभ्यर्चित-शासनः पाकशासन इवापरः, चतुरुदधि-माला-मेखलाया भुवो भर्ता, प्रताप-अनुराग-अवनत-समस्त-सामन्त-चक्रः, कर्ता महाश्चर्याणाम्, आहर्ता क्रतूनाम्, आदर्शः सर्वशास्त्राणाम्, उत्पत्तिः कलानाम्, कुलभवनं गुणानाम्, आश्रयो
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