Mahabharata Sauptika Parva – कस्य हय अकरुणस्यापि नेत्राभ्याम अश्नु नाव्रजेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

कस्य हय अकरुणस्यापि नेत्राभ्याम अश्नु नाव्रजेत
नृपतेर भग्नसक्थस्य शरुत्वा तादृग वचः पुनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse explores a lack of compassion in a world where even misery seems unworthy of empathy.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker questions who could remain unaffected by the tears of a cruel person, especially after hearing the lamentation of a king who has suffered a great downfall. This reflects a deeper inquiry into the nature of compassion in human relationships.

हिंदी अनुवाद

बोलने वाला यह सवाल करता है कि कौन एक निर्दयी व्यक्ति के आँसुओं से अप्रभावित रह सकता है, खासकर जब एक राजा के दुख की आवाज़ सुनाई देती है जिसने महान पतन झेला है। यह मानव संबंधों में दया की प्रकृति पर एक गहरी जांच परिलक्षित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated in the Sauptika Parva, examining the emotional aftermath of power loss and its effects on those around.

Meaning

The inquiry into tears symbolizes the universal emotions that transcend status, questioning the innate human ability to empathize.

Application

This verse invites one to reflect on their own empathy levels and understand that every sorrow deserves acknowledgment, regardless of its source.