Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अतः शारद्वतॊ राजन्न आर्तिं गच्छन पुनः पुनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अतः शारद्वतॊ राजन्न आर्तिं गच्छन पुनः पुनः
शशंस दरॊणपुत्राय यथा दरॊणॊ निपातितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Thus, King Shāradvata repeatedly expressed his sorrow, praising Dronaputra, as Drona was struck down.

Translations

English Translation

This verse illustrates the sorrow of King Shāradvata as he acknowledges the devastating blow suffered by Dronaputra in battle, highlighting a sense of loss that permeates the war’s grim reality.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक राजा शारद्वत की पीड़ा को दर्शाता है, जिन्होंने युद्ध में द्रोणपुत्र द्वारा प्राप्त गंभीर झटके को मान्यता दी। यह युद्ध की कठोर वास्तविकता में व्याप्त नुकसान की भावना को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This sorrowful remark occurs during a tumultuous phase when the tides of war turn against the Kauravas.

Meaning

Expressing grief reveals human vulnerability, reminding us that even leaders are not immune to sorrow in the face of adversity.

Application

This emphasizes the importance of empathy in leadership, showing that acknowledging loss can help others heal and unite in the face of challenges.