Shloka 45
The Vision of Mohinī (मोहिनी-दर्शनम्)
किं मूर्च्छया देहमिमं क्षिणोषि यस्त्वं धराभारमिमं महांतम् । तृणीकृतं भूप समुद्वहेथा यन्मामकं रूपमवेक्ष्य हारि ॥ ४५ ॥
kiṃ mūrcchayā dehamimaṃ kṣiṇoṣi yastvaṃ dharābhāramimaṃ mahāṃtam | tṛṇīkṛtaṃ bhūpa samudvahethā yanmāmakaṃ rūpamavekṣya hāri || 45 ||
மயக்கத்தால் இந்த உடலை ஏன் சோர்வடையச் செய்கிறாய்? அரசே, இந்தப் பெரும் பூமிச்சுமையைப் புல்லெனக் கருதி தாங்குபவன் நீ; அப்படியிருக்க என் மனம் கவரும் உருவைக் கண்டதும் ஏன் மயங்கினாய்?
A divine woman (unidentified in the given verse) addressing a king (bhūpa)
Vrata: none
Primary Rasa: shringara
Secondary Rasa: vira
FAQs
It highlights the contrast between true inner strength (the capacity to uphold great responsibility) and sudden collapse caused by moha (bewilderment) triggered by sense-perception—urging mastery over the mind rather than mere worldly power.
By implying that fascination with captivating forms can overpower even a mighty ruler, it indirectly points the seeker toward redirecting attraction from worldly beauty to the divine—steadiness of heart being essential for sustained bhakti.
A direct Vedanga topic is not taught in this verse; the practical takeaway aligns with dharma-śāstra style instruction—self-control (indriya-nigraha) and mental steadiness as prerequisites for effective vrata, worship, and disciplined conduct.