Mahabharata Vana Parva – पराप्तैश्वर्यॊ धृतराष्ट्रॊ ऽदय राजा; लालप्यते संजय कस्य हेतॊः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पराप्तैश्वर्यॊ धृतराष्ट्रॊ ऽदय राजा; लालप्यते संजय कस्य हेतॊः
परगृह्य दुर्बुद्धिम अनार्जवे रतं; पुत्रं मन्दं मूढम अमन्त्रिणं तु

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on Dhritarashtra’s attachment to worldly riches and the consequences of poor judgment.

Translations

English Translation

In the verse, King Dhritarashtra’s obsession with wealth is examined, questioning what benefits arise from his focus on his unwise son, suggesting that a ruler’s awareness of consequences shapes the kingdom’s fortune.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में राजा धृतराष्ट्र की धन के प्रति आसक्ति का विश्लेषण किया गया है, यह प्रश्न करते हुए कि उसके मूर्ख पुत्र पर ध्यान केंद्रित करने से कौन-से लाभ उत्पन्न होते हैं, यह सुझाव देते हुए कि किसी शासक की परिणामों के प्रति जागरूकता, राज्य की समृद्धि को आकार देती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the narrative surrounding Dhritarashtra’s flawed leadership and its ripple effects during the Kurukshetra conflict.

Meaning

It conveys that distorted judgments based on attachments may lead to adverse outcomes, necessitating keen awareness in governance.

Application

A leader should strive for clarity and detachment in decision-making to foster positive outcomes in their community.