Shloka 89
मेनायाः क्रोध-विलापः — Menā’s Lament and Reproach
to the Sage
देवैश्च ऋषिभिश्चैव ब्रह्मणा वा मया तथा । विरुद्धं कथ्यते किं नु त्वयैव सुविचार्यताम्
devaiśca ṛṣibhiścaiva brahmaṇā vā mayā tathā | viruddhaṃ kathyate kiṃ nu tvayaiva suvicāryatām
Whether by the gods, by the seers, by Brahmā, or even by me—what, indeed, is being spoken here that is contrary to truth and right order? You yourself should reflect on it carefully.
Lord Shiva
Tattva Level: pashu
Shiva Form: Dakṣiṇāmūrti
FAQs
The verse emphasizes viveka (discernment): authentic dharma and truth are consistent with the testimony of devas, rishis, and Brahmā, and the seeker must personally examine any claim that appears contradictory—aligning one’s understanding toward Shiva-tattva and right conduct.
In Shaiva practice, devotion to Saguna Shiva (including Linga worship) is grounded in śāstra and sampradāya; this verse advises that if any teaching opposes the established Shaiva view of Shiva as Pati (the supreme Lord) and dharma, it should be carefully scrutinized rather than accepted blindly.
The practical takeaway is reflective japa and inquiry: chant the Panchakshara (Om Namaḥ Śivāya) with calm attention and examine one’s beliefs/actions against dharma; if confusion persists, seek clarification from guru and śāstra before adopting any new vow or ritual.