Mahabharata Shanti Parva – कथं दवैतवने राजन पूर्वम उक्त्वा तथा वचः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कथं दवैतवने राजन पूर्वम उक्त्वा तथा वचः
भरातॄन एतान सम सहिताञ शीतवातातपार्दितान

⚡ Quick Meaning

How can I speak like this to those suffering from the cold and heat, my king?

Translations

English Translation

In this poignant reflection, one character questions the morality of speaking harshly to those who are suffering due to the adverse conditions of cold and heat, extending an appeal for compassion in discourse.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस भावुक विचार में, एक पात्र इन कठिन परिस्थितियों में पीड़ित लोगों के प्रति कठोरता से बोलने की नैतिकता पर सवाल उठाता है, जो कि वार्तालाप में सहानुभूति के लिए एक अपील का विस्तार करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears during discussions in the Shanti Parva emphasizing compassion and ethical communication.

Meaning

It stresses the importance of empathy, particularly when addressing those in hardship, highlighting a significant ethical component of communication.

Application

This verse encourages individuals to approach difficult conversations with sensitivity and care for others’ feelings, reinforcing the value of compassion in our interactions.