Mahabharata Shalya Parva – तस्यां दवादश वार्षिक्याम अनावृष्ट्यां महर्षयः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्यां दवादश वार्षिक्याम अनावृष्ट्यां महर्षयः
वृत्त्यर्थं पराद्रवन राजन कषुधार्ताः सार्वतॊ दिशम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the actions of sages seeking sustenance amidst severe drought conditions.

Translations

English Translation

The verse narrates how, in the twelfth year of drought, the great sages, distressed by hunger, rushed in all directions seeking means to sustain themselves. Their plight represents an urgent need for support.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि सूखे के बारहवें वर्ष में, महान ऋषियों ने, जो भूख से परेशान थे, सभी दिशाओं में जीविका के साधनों की तलाश में दौड़ लगाई। उनकी स्थिति समर्थन की तत्काल आवश्यकता को दर्शाती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Shalya Parva, where it illustrates the dire consequences of prolonged drought on holy figures.

Meaning

The verse highlights the vulnerability of even the most revered sages, underscoring the importance of seeking help during desperate times.

Application

It serves as a reminder of our humanity; we must seek help and offer assistance to those in need during hardships.