Mahabharata Shanti Parva – स तम उत्सङ्गम आरॊप्य परिपीडित वक्षसम
Shloka (श्लोक)
स तम उत्सङ्गम आरॊप्य परिपीडित वक्षसम
पुत्रं रुधिरसंसिक्तं पर्यदेवयद आतुरः
⚡ Quick Meaning
He lifted that son who was stained with blood and was pressing against his chest with intense anguish.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka depicts an anguished father’s profound grief as he lifts his bloodied son, revealing deep paternal love and despair. The act illustrates the extreme pain that comes from witnessing one’s own child’s suffering, highlighting the emotional weight such moments carry.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक एक दुखी पिता के गहरे दुःख को दर्शाता है, जो अपने रक्त से सने पुत्र को उठाता है, जो गहरे दुख के साथ उसके सीने से चिपका हुआ है। यह क्षण बेहद भावुक है, जो एक पिता के प्रेम और पीड़ा को स्पष्ट करता है।
Commentary
Context
In the Shanti Parva, the king witnesses the consequences of war and loss. This poignant moment emphasizes the high cost of conflict, focusing on personal loss rather than abstract notions of victory.
Meaning
The imagery serves to reflect a father’s innate connection to his child, emphasizing love, loss, and the depths of human emotion in the face of tragedy.
Application
This shloka invites reflection on the impacts of conflict on families, encouraging empathy and the essentials of compassion during times of collective grief.
