Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – बराह्मणं तु ततॊ दृष्ट्वा सा सत्री करुणम अब्रवीत

Shloka (श्लोक)

बराह्मणं तु ततॊ दृष्ट्वा सा सत्री करुणम अब्रवीत
पुत्राणां दवे शते बरह्मन कालेन विनिवातिते

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka describes a woman’s sorrowful response upon recognizing the Brahmin and recounting the tragic fate of her sons.

Translations

English Translation

Upon seeing the Brahmin, the distressed woman broke out in a heartfelt lament, recalling that her sons had been cruelly slain during the course of time, emphasizing the transience of life and the weight of grief.

हिंदी अनुवाद

ब्राह्मण को देखकर तपस्विनी दुख में भर उठती है और कहती है कि उसके पुत्र समय के वश होकर भयानक रूप से मारे गए, जो जीवन की क्षणिकता और दुःख के भारीपन को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka portrays the cycle of life and death, illustrating the emotional impact of loss on those left behind.

Meaning

It conveys the weight of maternal grief and the longing for lost loved ones, highlighting the pain that transcends generations.

Application

This verse serves as a reminder to treasure our loved ones, as their absence can leave an indelible mark on our hearts.