Mahabharata Shalya Parva – पुत्राश च मे विनिहताः पौत्राश चैव महाबलाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पुत्राश च मे विनिहताः पौत्राश चैव महाबलाः
वयस्या भरातरश चैव किम अन्यद भागधेयतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

My sons and grandsons, who were powerful, have been slain, questioning the value of family ties.

Translations

English Translation

This verse portrays the sorrow of losing one’s sons and grandsons in battle, causing one to reflect on the essence and value of familial connections during such tragic events.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध में अपने पुत्रों और पौत्रों को खोने के दुःख को दर्शाता है, जो परिवारिक संबंधों के महत्व पर विचार करने को मजबूर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is found in the Shalya Parva, where the emotional toll of war is highlighted through personal losses.

Meaning

It reflects the deep sorrow associated with familial loss, emphasizing that attachments can lead to profound grief in chaotic circumstances.

Application

This serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of cherishing loved ones while we can.