Mahabharata Karna Parva – तथा तस्मै पुनर दद्यां सत्रीणां शतम आलंकृतम

Shloka (श्लोक)

तथा तस्मै पुनर दद्यां सत्रीणां शतम आलंकृतम
शयामानां निष्ककण्ठीनां गीतवाद्य विपश्चिताम

⚡ Quick Meaning

One should reward with a hundred adorned women who have beautiful voices and talents in music.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka suggests that for someone deserving, one should bestow a hundred decorated women endowed with beautiful voices and musical skills. This highlights the cultural significance attached to artistic talent and beauty in society.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि deserving व्यक्तियों को सौ सुशोभित महिलाओं के साथ पुरस्कृत करना चाहिए, जिनकी आवाज़ें मधुर और संगीत में विशेषता हैं। यह कला और सौंदर्य के सांस्कृतिक महत्व को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Set in the Karna Parva, the shloka reflects the importance of artistic attributes as rewards in ancient tradition.

Meaning

This verse emphasizes the high regard for women with artistic talents, highlighting their value in society as symbols of beauty and grace.

Application

Recognizing artistic talents today encourages cultural appreciation, inspiring a diverse range of artistic expressions in communities.