Mahabharata Shalya Parva – तां कृशां च विवर्णां च दृष्ट्वा चिन्ता समन्विताम

Shloka (श्लोक)

तां कृशां च विवर्णां च दृष्ट्वा चिन्ता समन्विताम
उवाच राजन धर्मात्मा वसिष्ठॊ दविपदां वरः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The sage Vasistha, a righteous person, spoke to the king, noticing the distressed and pale state of the lady.

Translations

English Translation

Seeing the woman in a pitiful and pale condition, the virtuous sage Vasistha spoke to the king. His words conveyed concern as he recognized the emotional turmoil surrounding her situation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

उस स्त्री को दुःखित और पीले चेहरे के साथ देख कर, धर्मात्मा sage वसिष्ठ ने राजा से कहा। उनके शब्दों में उसके हालात पर चिंता का भाव था जो उस स्थिति के चारों ओर फैली हुई थी।

Commentary

Context

This shloka occurs during a critical moment in the Shalya Parva of the Mahabharata where Vasistha addresses the king concerning the welfare of an afflicted woman.

Meaning

The verses highlight the importance of compassion and the role of wise counsel in dealing with suffering. The emotional state of individuals in distress demands attention and action.

Application

In times of crisis, it reminds us to seek wise guidance and to be aware of the suffering of others, encouraging a proactive approach to help those in need.