Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – राजा च धृतराष्ट्रॊ ऽदय शरुत्वा पुत्रं मया हतम

Shloka (श्लोक)

राजा च धृतराष्ट्रॊ ऽदय शरुत्वा पुत्रं मया हतम
समरिष्यत्य अशुभं कर्म यत तच छकुनि बुद्धिजम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka exposits the king’s reaction upon learning of his son’s demise.

Translations

English Translation

The king Dhritarashtra learns of the death of his son and is filled with the determination to confront the ominous actions that led to such a tragedy.

हिंदी अनुवाद

धृतराष्ट्र राजा अपने पुत्र की मृत्यु को जानकर अशुभ कर्मों का सामना करने की दृढ़ता से भर जाते हैं, जिसने इस तरह के दुखद परिणाम का कारण बना।

Commentary

Context

This shloka captures the king’s anguish and the intense emotional turmoil as he faces the consequences of war.

Meaning

It reflects the strong emotions that arise in response to loss and the call to action against wrongdoing.

Application

This verse touches upon the importance of accountability in leadership, especially during tough times.