Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पुल्लिङ्गा इव नार्यस तु सत्रीलिङ्गाः पुरुषाभवन

Shloka (श्लोक)

पुल्लिङ्गा इव नार्यस तु सत्रीलिङ्गाः पुरुषाभवन
दुर्यॊधने तदा राजन पतिते तनये तव

⚡ Quick Meaning

In the chaos, women became men, signifying an upheaval of gender roles upon your son’s fall.

Translations

English Translation

The disturbance of the battle resulted in a significant shift where women took on masculine roles, reflecting the societal upheaval triggered by your son’s demise. This portrays a breakdown of traditional structures in times of conflict.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युद्ध की आपाधापी में महिलाओं ने पुरुषों की भूमिका ग्रहण की, आपके पुत्र के निधन से उत्पन्न सामाजिक upheaval को दर्शाते हुए। यह संघर्ष के समय में पारंपरिक संरचनाओं के टूटने को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the overwhelming chaos of battle and how it challenges traditional roles within society upon significant loss.

Meaning

The shift in gender roles reflects the necessity to adapt under dire circumstances, indicating resilience and strength in adversity.

Application

It emphasizes the flexibility of societal roles, inspiring discussions on the need for adaptability in various life situations.