Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स तं दृष्ट्वा तथा भूतं राजानं घॊरदर्शनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

स तं दृष्ट्वा तथा भूतं राजानं घॊरदर्शनम
दीर्घश्मश्रु धरं नॄणां शॊणितेन समुक्षितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

A king, upon seeing a fearful being, becomes distressed.

Translations

English Translation

Seeing a fearful being who has long hair, the king becomes distressed. This being is covered with human blood, which intensifies the turbulence in the atmosphere, reflecting the chaos of the situation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक भयावह प्राणी को देखकर राजा परेशान हो जाता है। यह प्राणी जो लम्बे बाल वाला है, मानव रक्त से सना हुआ है, जो स्थिति में उथल-पुथल को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka sets the stage for a dramatic moment in the narrative, highlighting the emotional turmoil of a ruler confronted with dread.

Meaning

The imagery here emphasizes fear’s ability to impact leadership. The king’s distress symbolizes the weight of responsibility he carries.

Application

This invokes reflections on how leaders respond to fear and chaos, urging one to maintain composure amidst turmoil.