Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – गौतमी नाम कौन्तेय सथविरा शम संयुता

Shloka (श्लोक)
गौतमी नाम कौन्तेय सथविरा शम संयुता
सर्पेण दष्टं सवं पुत्रम अपश्यद गतचेतनम
⚡ Quick Meaning
Gautami, a strong woman, sees her son bitten by a snake, lifeless.
Translations
English Translation
This verse depicts the sorrow of Gautami, who witnesses her son being struck down by a serpent, presenting a poignant image of loss that resonates deeply with the vicissitudes of life and parental anguish.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक गौतमी के दुःख को दर्शाता है, जो अपने बेटे को एक सर्प द्वारा डसे हुए देखती है, जो जीवनहीन हो चुका है, जो जीवन की उतार-चढ़ाव और मातृग्रंथि के दुःख के साथ गूंजता है।
Commentary
Context
This occurrence is embedded in the larger narrative of the Mahabharata, highlighting the emotional and familial ties within epic tales.
Meaning
The emphasis is on the pain of a mother’s loss, showcasing the fragility of life amidst the inevitability of death.
Application
This shloka encourages reflection on the depths of parental love and the vulnerability surrounded by loss, urging us to cherish every moment we have.
