Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – निमिस तु कृत्वा शौचानि विधिदृष्टेन कर्मणा

Shloka (श्लोक)

निमिस तु कृत्वा शौचानि विधिदृष्टेन कर्मणा
संतापम अगमत तीव्रं पुत्रशॊकपरायणः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The verse describes the intense grief experienced by a father over the loss of his son.

Translations

English Translation

After a brief pause, adhering to prescribed rituals, the father, filled with sorrow, experienced profound grief due to the loss of his son. His anguish was profound, revealing the depths of parental love and the pain of separation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक क्षण का ठहराव लेकर, विधि के अनुसार शौच करते हुए, पिता अपने पुत्र के खोने के कारण महान दुख से भर गया। उसका दुःख गहरा था, जो पारental प्रेम की गहराई और बिछड़ने के दर्द को प्रकट करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka comes from the Anushasana Parva, where ethical and righteous conduct is discussed, emphasizing the duties of a parent.

Meaning

The verse signifies the overwhelming grief a parent feels upon the death of a child, underscoring the emotional bonds in familial relationships.

Application

This teaches us the importance of cherishing family bonds and the emotional responsibilities inherent in parental roles.