Mahabharata Sauptika Parva – कृपस्य वचनं शरुत्वा धर्मार्थसहितं शुभम

Shloka (श्लोक)

कृपस्य वचनं शरुत्वा धर्मार्थसहितं शुभम
अश्वत्थामा महाराज दुःखशॊकसमन्वितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The sorrowful Ashwatthama, after hearing the words of Kripa, spoke auspiciously regarding righteousness and duty.

Translations

English Translation

After listening to the meaningful and virtuous counsel from Kripa, Ashwatthama, filled with grief and sorrow, voiced his thoughts. This highlights the importance of duty and righteousness even in times of personal anguish.

हिंदी अनुवाद

कृप के सार्थक और पुण्यवचन सुनने के बाद, अश्वत्थामा दुःख और शोक से भरे हुए अपने विचार व्यक्त करते हैं। यह इंगित करता है कि व्यक्तिगत दुख के समय में भी धर्म और कर्तव्य का महत्व होता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Sauptika Parva, during a moment of deep sorrow for Ashwatthama after the Kurukshetra War.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka is to express how even amid grief, one should remain aware of their duties. It emphasizes a controlled response to situations shaped by dharma.

Application

In modern life, this reminds us to uphold our responsibilities even in challenging times, highlighting the need for resilience and adherence to righteous principles.