Mahabharata Ashramavasika Parva – जगाम तद अहश चापि तेषां वर्षशतं यथा

Shloka (श्लोक)

जगाम तद अहश चापि तेषां वर्षशतं यथा
निशां परतीक्षमाणानां दिदृक्षूणां मृतान नृपान

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys the anticipation of seeing the kings who had departed after a long waiting period.

Translations

English Translation

He reached that place with the expectation of witnessing the kings who had long passed away, illustrating the desire to connect with the past and honor the legacies of those who led before.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वह उस स्थान पर पहुँचा जिसमें उसने लंबे समय से प्रेमियों की प्रतीक्षा की, जिन राजाओं का बहुत समय पहले निधन हो चुका था। यह अतीत से जुड़ने की इच्छा को दर्शाता है और उन महान नेताओं की विरासत को सम्मानित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse emerges from the Ashramavasika Parva, marking moments when the memories of past leaders resonate among the current generation.

Meaning

It speaks to the unbroken connection with history and the universal longing to learn from the experiences of those who preceded us.

Application

Today, it inspires us to reflect on our histories and legacies to create a better future for ourselves and generations to come.