Shloka (श्लोक)
धृतराष्ट्र उवाच
दैवम एव परं मन्ये पौरुषाद अपि संजय
यत सैन्यं मम पुत्रस्य पाण्डुसैन्येन वध्यते
⚡ Quick Meaning
Dhritarashtra expresses his belief that fate prevails over even the mightiest efforts of his sons in battle.
Translations
English Translation
Dhritarashtra, the blind king, reflects that perhaps destiny is controlling the outcome of the war, overriding even the valor of his sons. This insight reveals his internal conflict and understanding of the larger forces at play in the battle.
हिंदी अनुवाद
धृतराष्ट्र, अंधे राजा, यह सोचते हैं कि शायद भाग्य युद्ध के परिणाम को नियंत्रित कर रहा है, अपने पुत्रों की वीरता को भी पार कर रहा है। यह विचार उनके आंतरिक संघर्ष और युद्ध में खेल में उपस्थित बड़े बलों की समझ को उजागर करता है।
Commentary
Context
This statement comes from a conversation reflecting Dhritarashtra’s feelings as the war rages on, emphasizing his helplessness regarding fate.
Meaning
The shloka conveys the philosophical understanding of destiny’s role in human endeavors, particularly in conflict.
Application
It encourages us to reflect on the balance between human agency and the forces of fate, suggesting that acceptance may lead to inner peace.
