Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – परिक्लिष्टस्य दीनस्य दीर्घकालॊषितस्य च

Shloka (श्लोक)

परिक्लिष्टस्य दीनस्य दीर्घकालॊषितस्य च
न सफुटेद धृदयं कस्य ऐश्वर्याद भरंशितस्य च

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the emotional state of an afflicted and long-suffering individual whose heart becomes hardened due to misfortune and loss of wealth.

Translations

English Translation

The verse speaks about a person suffering from hardship and staring at loss over a long period. It questions the heart’s ability to remain soft and tender in the face of such adversity, especially when wealth diminishes.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक ऐसे व्यक्ति की भावना को उजागर करता है जो कठिनाइयों और लंबे समय तक पीड़ा में रहता है। यह इस बात पर सवाल उठाता है कि कैसे कोई व्यक्ति धन की कमी के बीच भी नरम और संवेदनशील रह सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is located in the Udyoga Parva, which deals with the preparations for war and the emotional state of the warriors before battles.

Meaning

The essence of the shloka reflects on how suffering can harden one’s emotions and prevent them from feeling compassion and vulnerability.

Application

In daily life, this teaches us the importance of maintaining our emotional softness, even amidst difficulties and losses, allowing us to connect with others meaningfully.