Mahabharata Shanti Parva – महता वातवर्षेण तरासितास ते वनौकसः

Shloka (श्लोक)
महता वातवर्षेण तरासितास ते वनौकसः
भयार्ताश च कषुधार्ताश च बभ्रमुः सहिता वने
⚡ Quick Meaning
The dwellers of the forest were terrorized by the heavy winds and were tormented by hunger, wandering in fear.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka captures the plight of the forest beings who were stricken by fierce winds and the pangs of hunger, showcasing the dual challenges of nature’s fury and its impact on sustenance.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक जंगल के निवासियों की दुर्दशा को दर्शाता है जो भयंकर हवाओं और भूख के झटके से प्रभावित होते हैं, जो प्रकृति की क्रूरता और उसके पोषण पर प्रभाव के दोहरे हलचल को प्रदर्शित करता है।
Commentary
Context
Rooted in the Shanti Parva, this verse speaks to the suffering caused by natural disasters, reminding us of the vulnerability of living beings in the face of chaos.
Meaning
This verse highlights dependence on nature for sustenance while illustrating the profound effect of her wrath on survival.
Application
It encourages compassion for those affected by natural calamities, instilling a sense of unity and responsibility towards the environment.
