Mahabharata Mausala Parva – तं शयानं महात्मानं वीरम आनक दुन्दुभिम

Shloka (श्लोक)

तं शयानं महात्मानं वीरम आनक दुन्दुभिम
पुत्रशॊकाभिसंतप्तं ददर्श कुरुपुंगवः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reveals the scene of Arjuna coming across the great Krishna, who is now lifeless, filled with grief over the loss of his son.

Translations

English Translation

Arjuna beheld the great soul, the valiant Krishna, who lay still in death, affected by the grievous sorrow over the loss of his son, resembling the sorrow of a lion facing a loss.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अर्जुन ने महात्मा, वीर कृष्ण को देखा, जो अब मृत अवस्था में थे, अपने पुत्र के दुःख से प्रभावित, जैसे एक सिंह अपने शेर के खोने पर शोकाकुल हो जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This poignant moment in the Mausala Parva encapsulates the tragedy of loss that resonates throughout the epic.

Meaning

The shloka underscores the depth of grief that even the strongest can feel, reminding us of our shared humanity in suffering.

Application

It encourages us to empathize with those who are mourning and to recognize that grief transcends strength or valor.