Shloka (श्लोक)
[व]एवम उक्त्वा धृतराष्ट्रॊ मनीषी; दैवं मत्वा परमं दुस्तरं च
शशासॊच्चैः पुरुषान पुत्र वाक्ये; सथितॊ राजा दैवसंमूढचेताः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka describes how Dhritarashtra, after wise deliberation, commands his sons with the awareness of divine forces at play.
📖 Translations
English Translation
Having spoken, Dhritarashtra, endowed with wisdom, acknowledged the supreme and formidable divine forces in play, asserting authority over his sons. He stands as a king, albeit obscured by divine ignorance.
हिंदी अनुवाद
धृतराष्ट्र ने इस तरह बोलकर, जो बुद्धिमान हैं, दैवी शक्ति के भारी प्रभाव को स्वीकार किया। उन्होंने अपने पुत्रों पर अधिकार स्थापित करते हुए कहा कि वह राजा हैं, बावजूद इसके कि वे दैवी अज्ञानता के साए में हैं।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
Situated in the Sabha Parva, this verse illustrates the king’s engagement with his sons in a moment of authority and realization.
🧘 Meaning
The primary importance lies in recognizing both wisdom and divine will while exercising authority, acknowledging that leadership comes with inherent challenges.
🌟 Application
In contemporary situations, this shloka serves to remind leaders to be aware of the greater forces at work while leading, as effective decisions require both insight and humility.
