Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पुरा हि शरुतम एतद वै वसुभिः कथितं मया

Shloka (श्लोक)

पुरा हि शरुतम एतद वै वसुभिः कथितं मया
गङ्गायास तीरम आगम्य हते शांतनवे नृपे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This was previously mentioned by the Vasus to me, upon reaching the banks of Ganga and seeing the death of king Shantanu.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka recollects a narrative shared by the Vasus regarding the events that transpired at the Ganga’s edge when they witnessed the death of King Shantanu. It signifies the connection between divine discourse and historical events.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक वसुओं द्वारा साझा की गई एक कहानी को याद करता है जो गंगा के किनारे हुई घटनाओं से संबंधित है जब उन्होंने राजा शांतनु की मृत्यु को देखा। यह दिव्य संवाद और ऐतिहासिक घटनाओं के बीच के संबंध को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of a recounting by the Vasus where they reflect on their experiences and observations connected with significant historical figures in the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It serves as a reminder of the deeper truths and lessons surrounding life, death, and divine intervention that influence human fate.

Application

In modern life, it encourages reflection on historical lessons and their relevance to our present-day existence and choices.