Mahabharata Shanti Parva – दुःखिताः के चिद आदाय बालम अप्राप्तयौवनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

दुःखिताः के चिद आदाय बालम अप्राप्तयौवनम
कुलसर्वस्व भूतं वै रुदन्तः शॊकविह्वलाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Some mourners, grieving for the young child who never attained adulthood, lament the loss of all family wealth.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates the deep pain experienced by certain individuals who grieve the loss of a young child who never had the chance to grow up. Their sorrow touches the wealth of the family, as they mourn not only the child but the unrealized potential and future.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में उन व्यक्तियों के गहरे दर्द को दर्शाया गया है जो उस युवा बच्चे की मृत्यु पर शोक करते हैं, जिसने बड़े होने का अवसर नहीं पाया। उनका दुःख परिवार की सम्पत्ति को भी छूता है, क्योंकि वे केवल बच्चे को नहीं, बल्कि उसकी अनसुलझी संभावनाओं और भविष्य को भी शोकित करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects the nature of grief and loss, revealing the cultural significance attached to lineage and potential within the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

The verse highlights the interconnectedness of love, potentiality, and familial bonds, emphasizing that the loss transcends the individual.

Application

This can serve as a reminder to cherish family and loved ones, recognizing the hidden potential that every individual brings to a family.