Mahabharata Shanti Parva – ते ऽभिगम्य महात्मानॊ भरतानां पिता महम

Shloka (श्लोक)

ते ऽभिगम्य महात्मानॊ भरतानां पिता महम
अन्वशॊचन्त गाङ्गेयम आदित्यं पतितं यथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

The great sages approach the father of the Bharata lineage, expressing grief over Bhishma’s fate.

Translations

English Translation

The sages respectfully approach the elder of the Bharata dynasty, lamenting over the fallen Bhishma, likening their sorrow to a father’s grief over a fallen son. This illustrates the deep sense of loss felt by all due to Bhishma’s demise.

हिंदी अनुवाद

ऋषियों ने भारत वंश के बड़े के पास जाकर भीष्म के नश्च के लिए शोक व्यक्त करते हैं, जिसका उदाहरण एक पिता के नाश के दुख से मिलता है। यह भीष्म की निधन के कारण सभी में महसूस हो रहे गहरे दुःख को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the sadness experienced by the sages in the Shanti Parva, showing the impact of Bhishma’s death on all beings, not just warriors.

Meaning

The emotional connection signifies that leadership entails deep responsibilities toward those who look up to them, making grief a shared experience.

Application

Understanding shared grief can enhance empathy and strengthen connections among community members during times of loss.