Mahabharata Ashramavasika Parva – मम तव अन्धस्य वृद्धस्य हतपुत्रस्य कागतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

मम तव अन्धस्य वृद्धस्य हतपुत्रस्य कागतिः
ऋते वनं महाभागास तन मानुज्ञातुम अर्हथ

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse highlights the ignorance of a blind old man mourning his son’s fate, unable to bear the truth.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka discusses the inability of a blind elder, who has lost his son, to confront the reality of his situation, reflecting on his past trying to navigate through the world without sight and understanding.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक अंधे वृद्ध की स्थिति पर प्रकाश डालता है, जो अपने पुत्र के निधन का सामना नहीं कर पा रहा है, और उसके अतीत के बारे में सोचते हुए उसकी समझने की अक्षमता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

The verse is set in the grief of a father mourning his son, illustrating deep emotional turmoil within the Ashramavasika Parva.

Meaning

It indicates how tragedy can leave individuals blind to the truth and in denial, hindering their ability to heal.

Application

This teaches us the importance of facing our difficulties and accepting reality for emotional growth and healing.