Shloka 1.36.11

बालकाण्ड सर्ग ३६ — गङ्गा-प्रभवप्रश्नः, शिवतेजोधारणं, कार्त्तिकेय-जन्म, उमाशापः

Devanagari script

न लोका धारयिष्यन्ति तव तेजस्सुरोत्तम ।।1.36.10।।ब्राह्मेण तपसा युक्तो देव्या सह तपश्चर।त्रैलोक्यहितकामार्थं तेजस्तेजसि धारय ।।1.36.11।।

Transliteration

devatānāṃ vacaḥ śrutvā sarva-loka-maheśvaraḥ |

bāḍham ity abravīt sarvān punaś caivam uvāca ha ||1.36.12||

Translation

Hearing the words of the gods, Maheśvara—the Lord of all worlds—said to them all, “So be it,” and then spoke further.

Context

"O best among the gods, the worlds cannot contain your energy (the son born of your energy) You may engage yourself in penance in the company of Uma in conformity with the Vedas. Retain your energy in your body for the welfare of the three worlds."

Characters & Entities

• Devas
• Śiva (Sarvaloka-maheśvara)

FAQs

What is the core ethical principle (Dharma) in this verse?

Dharma includes heeding rightful counsel: even the highest authority honors the collective welfare by accepting wise advice.

What is the narrative situation?

Śiva listens to the gods’ request and formally assents before continuing his response.

Which character virtue is emphasized?

Composure and receptivity—Śiva’s willingness to align his action with the protection of the worlds.