Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सपुत्रं निहतं दृष्ट्वा कर्णं राजा युधिष्ठिरः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सपुत्रं निहतं दृष्ट्वा कर्णं राजा युधिष्ठिरः
परशशंस नरव्याघ्राव उभौ माधव पाण्डवौ

⚡ Quick Meaning

Seeing his son slain, Yudhishthira praised both Arjuna and Krishna.

Translations

English Translation

Upon witnessing the death of his beloved son, Karna, Yudhishthira, the king, acknowledged and praised the valor of both Krishna and Arjuna. This moment reflects the deep emotional turmoil faced by Yudhishthira, intertwined with a hesitant admiration for his opponents.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपने प्रिय पुत्र कर्ण की मृत्यु को देखकर, राजा युधिष्ठिर ने कृष्ण और अर्जुन की बहादुरी की सराहना की। यह क्षण युधिष्ठिर के सामने आए गहरे भावनात्मक तूफान को दर्शाता है, जो उनके विरोधियों के प्रति एक हिचकिचाते प्रशंसा के साथ intertwined है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects the complex emotions of a king witnessing a personal loss while recognizing the strength of his adversaries.

Meaning

It illustrates the themes of duty, loss, and respect for one’s opponents, essential in the context of war and rivalry.

Application

In life, acknowledging the merits of others, even in challenging situations, is vital for personal growth and maintaining respect.