Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – वदत्य अनीशम आत्मानं धृतराष्ट्रॊ महीपतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

वदत्य अनीशम आत्मानं धृतराष्ट्रॊ महीपतिः
आपृच्छे भवतः सर्वान गमिष्यामि युधिष्ठिरम

⚡ Quick Meaning

धृतराष्ट्र शांति की बात करते हुए युधिष्ठिर से प्रश्न करते हैं।

Translations

English Translation

Dhritarashtra, the blind king, speaks with great sorrow, expressing his concern about the impending conflict. He inquires about Yudhishthira, wanting to get insight into the general feelings and thoughts among the Kauravas as they prepare for war.

हिंदी अनुवाद

धृतराष्ट्र, अंधे राजा, महान दुःख के साथ बात करते हैं, impending संघर्ष के बारे में अपनी चिंता व्यक्त करते हैं। वे युधिष्ठिर के बारे में पूछते हैं, कौरवों के बीच भावनाओं और विचारों की जांच करने के लिए।

Commentary

Context

This verse is found in the Udyoga Parva, a segment of the Mahabharata that deals with preparation for the epic war between the Pandavas and Kauravas. It captures the moment of reflection before the chaos of battle.

Meaning

It emphasizes the inner conflict faced by Dhritarashtra, who despite being the king, is burdened by the emotional turmoil of family ties and the uncertainties of war.

Application

This shloka can be used to remind us of the dilemmas in leadership, where personal emotions may cloud judgment amidst greater responsibilities.