Mahabharata Drona Parva – पतमानस तु स बभौ पर्णाशायाः प्रियः सुतः
Shloka (श्लोक)
पतमानस तु स बभौ पर्णाशायाः प्रियः सुतः
संभग्न इव वातेन बहुशाखॊ वनस्पतिः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka compares a fallen warrior’s fate to that of a tree struck by a powerful wind.
Translations
English Translation
The verse conveys the imagery of a beloved son who has fallen in battle, likening him to a tree uprooted by a strong wind, illustrating the devastating effect of loss on those who cherish him.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक एक प्रिय पूत के युद्ध में गिरने की छवि प्रदर्शित करता है, इसे एक शक्तिशाली वायु द्वारा उखड़े गए वृक्ष के समान मानते हुए, यह दिखाता है कि ऐसे हानि का प्रियजनों पर क्या असर होता है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka appears in the Drona Parva and poignantly reflects the sorrow of losing a loved one in the context of warfare.
Meaning
It emphasizes the fragility of life amid conflict, portraying the emotional turmoil experienced by families and comrades during war.
Application
This verse inspires empathy towards others’ losses, highlighting the necessity of understanding the human aspect of conflict and war.
