Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स गत्वा भरातरं शङ्खम आर्तरूपॊ ऽबरवीद इदम

Shloka (श्लोक)

स गत्वा भरातरं शङ्खम आर्तरूपॊ ऽबरवीद इदम
धृतदण्डस्य दुर्भुद्धेर भगवन कषन्तुम अर्हसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka depicts a plea to a divine figure for forgiveness in the face of severe moral failings during governance.

Translations

English Translation

Approaching Bharata, lamenting, he spoke this, pleading, “O Lord, you are worthy of forgiveness, even amidst unwise judgment.”

हिंदी अनुवाद

वह भरत के पास जा कर अनेक आर्त स्वर में बोला, “हे भगवान, आप क्षमा करने के योग्य हैं, यहाँ तक की अविचार के बीच भी।”

Commentary

Context

This reflects the theme of seeking forgiveness and acknowledgment of converts in moral leadership.

Meaning

The message addresses the fallibility of leaders and the necessity of seeking grace from divinity when making mistakes.

Application

In today’s context, this shloka encourages leaders to acknowledge their shortcomings and to seek humility in governance.