Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तम अहृष्टम इवाकूजं गतॊत्सावम इवाभवत

Shloka (श्लोक)

तम अहृष्टम इवाकूजं गतॊत्सावम इवाभवत
नगरं हास्तिनपुरं सस्त्री वृद्धकुमारकम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The city of Hastinapura appeared vibrant but was filled with subdued emotions.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes the city of Hastinapura, bustling with life yet overshadowed by a sense of sadness and despair, portraying the contrast between outward appearances and internal feelings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक हस्तिनापुर शहर का वर्णन करता है, जो जीवन से परिपूरित है लेकिन दुख और निराशा की भावना से भरा हुआ है, जो बाहरी उपस्थिति और आंतरिक भावनाओं के बीच विरोधाभास को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

The city’s description sets a backdrop of a seemingly lively atmosphere concealing deeper sorrows during troubling times.

Meaning

This illustrates how external circumstances can often be misleading, masking true feelings within.

Application

We are reminded to look beyond the surface in others’ experiences, recognizing that emotional states may not always be visible.