Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – गृहीतमाल्यदामां तां रथम आरॊप्य माधवीम

Shloka (श्लोक)

गृहीतमाल्यदामां तां रथम आरॊप्य माधवीम
पूरुर यदुश च भगिनीम आश्रमे पर्यधावताम

⚡ Quick Meaning

She, adorned with a garland, was placed on the chariot, and both Pururavas and Yadu approached the hermitage with their enchanting sister.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka depicts the moment when a beautiful lady, adorned with a garland, is made to sit in a chariot while being accompanied by her brothers, Pururavas and Yadu, who are heading towards a hermitage, indicating a significant ceremonial occasion.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस समय को दर्शाता है जब एक सुंदर कन्या, फूलों की माला से सजी, एक रथ पर बैठाई जाती है और उसके भाई, पूरुरव और यदु, उसे एक आश्रम की ओर ले जाते हैं, जो एक महत्वपूर्ण संस्कार का संकेत देता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is significant as it showcases the traditional customs of courtship and the society’s importance placed on familial connections and rituals leading to marriages in the epic Mahabharata.

Meaning

The act of adorning and transporting the lady signifies respect and honor, reflecting the customs of treating noble women in society and the ceremonial aspects of marriage.

Application

This emphasizes the value of family participation in significant life events today, reflecting how traditional practices can guide contemporary relationships.