Shloka (श्लोक)
अशीतिशत वर्षेयं माता न इति वादिनः
कुलधर्मॊ ऽयम अस्माकं पूर्वैर आचरितॊ ऽपि च
समासजाना वृक्षे ऽसमिन्न इति वै वयाहरन्ति ते
⚡ Quick Meaning
In this land with an ancient mother, not being so is argued; this is our family duty, followed by our ancestors, as they state connectedly with the trees here.
Translations
English Translation
This verse highlights the importance of familial duties that have been passed down through generations. It emphasizes a connection with the land and suggests that the traditions of one’s ancestors resonate in the roots of the trees, symbolizing deep cultural ties and responsibilities.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक पारिवारिक कर्तव्यों के महत्व को उजागर करता है जो पीढ़ियों से संचालित होते आ रहे हैं। यह भूमि के साथ एक संबंध को महत्व देता है और यह दर्शाता है कि पूर्वजों की परंपराएँ यहाँ के वृक्षों की जड़ों में गहराई से जुड़ी होती हैं, जो गहरे सांस्कृतिक संबंधों और जिम्मेदारियों को दर्शाता है।
Commentary
Context
This verse is significant in the Virata Parva, emphasizing the societal fabric upheld by values and duties. It reveals the characters’ adherence to ancestral norms in their dire circumstances.
Meaning
The shloka communicates the respect for ancestral values that bind individuals to their heritage, suggesting continuity and resilience through trials.
Application
In life, recognizing and respecting our ancestral duties can guide us through modern challenges, connecting us to a greater legacy and sense of purpose.
