Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – हरियमाणं तु तं दृष्ट्वा गौतमः संशितव्रतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

हरियमाणं तु तं दृष्ट्वा गौतमः संशितव्रतः
अभ्यभाषत राजानं धृतराष्ट्रं महातपाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Upon seeing the elephant in distress, the resolute Gautama spoke to King Dhritarashtra.

Translations

English Translation

In this verse, Gautama, resolute in his vows, approaches King Dhritarashtra after witnessing the suffering of the elephant. His determination to bring attention to the plight of the innocent demonstrates the essence of righteous action and advocacy.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में गौतम, जो अपने व्रत में अडिग है, धृतराष्ट्र से संलग्न हो जाता है, जब वह हाथी की पीड़ा देखता है। निर्दोष की दुर्दशा पर ध्यान देने की उसकी आकांक्षा धर्म और सहानुभूति की मूल भावना को उजागर करती है।

Commentary

Context

This account highlights the moral responsibility one holds towards those who are suffering, emphasizing compassion and speaking up for the voiceless.

Meaning

The meaning draws upon the importance of acting against injustice, encouraging others to acknowledge and respond to the suffering around them.

Application

This serves as a call to action for individuals to advocate for those in distress, stressing that voicing concerns can lead to resolutions.