Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कपॊत धर्मिणस तस्य दुर्भिक्षे सति दारुणे

Shloka (श्लोक)

कपॊत धर्मिणस तस्य दुर्भिक्षे सति दारुणे
नाविद्यत तदा विप्राः संचयस तान निबॊधत
कषीणौषधि समावायॊ दरव्यहीनॊ ऽभवत तदा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates the dire consequences of famine on the righteous.

Translations

English Translation

When famine struck the land, even the virtuous Brahmins found no means to gather sustenance. This highlights their condition of being devoid of resources in a catastrophic situation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब भूखमरी ने देश को प्रभावित किया, तब धर्मात्मा ब्राह्मणों के पास खाद्य सामग्री इकट्ठा करने के साधन नहीं थे। यह विनाशकारी परिस्थिति में उनके संसाधनों के बिना होने की स्थिति को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse speaks to the impact of severe scarcity on communities that rely on moral principles.

Meaning

It signifies the vulnerability of even the righteous to external circumstances, underscoring the uncertainties of life.

Application

This encourages compassion towards others facing hardships and promotes sensitivity towards social issues like famine.