Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – अथर्षिर अभिसंप्रेक्ष्य सत्रियं तां जरयान्विताम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अथर्षिर अभिसंप्रेक्ष्य सत्रियं तां जरयान्विताम
चिन्तां परमिकां भेजे संतप्त इव चाभवत

⚡ Quick Meaning

The sage, observing the elderly woman, reflects on her burdens and concerns.

Translations

English Translation

This verse illustrates a sage observing an elderly woman, sensing the weight of her worries and responsibilities. His reflections reveal an empathetic understanding of her struggles, acknowledging the emotional toll that life’s experiences can take on individuals.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक ऋषि का वर्णन करता है जो एक वृद्ध महिला को देखता है, उसकी चिंताओं और जिम्मेदारियों का वजन महसूस करता है। उसके विचार उसकी संघर्षों के प्रति सहानुभूति का पता देते हैं, यह स्वीकार करते हुए कि जीवन के अनुभवों का लोगों पर क्या भावनात्मक बोझ पड़ सकता है।

Commentary

Context

Located in Anushasana Parva, this shloka underscores the need for compassion and understanding in viewing the burdens carried by others, particularly the elderly.

Meaning

The meaning indicates a profound reflection on the burdens that wisdom and experience often bring, prompting awareness about the emotional states of others.

Application

This teaching encourages empathy towards others, reminding us to consider the silent struggles people endure, especially within the elderly population.