Mahabharata Stri Parva – एवम उक्त्वा तु गान्धारी कुरूणाम आविकर्तनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

[व]एवम उक्त्वा तु गान्धारी कुरूणाम आविकर्तनम
अपश्यत तत्र तिष्ठन्ती सर्वं दिव्येन चक्षुषा

⚡ Quick Meaning

Gandhari witnessed the aftermath of the Kurukshetra war through divine vision.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates Gandhari’s unique ability to perceive the events of the battlefield with divine sight, allowing her to understand the full scope of the devastation caused by the war among the Kauravas and Pandavas.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक गान्धारी की विशेष क्षमता को दर्शाता है, जिसके माध्यम से वह युद्ध भूमि की घटनाओं को दिव्य दृष्टि से देखती हैं, जिससे उन्हें कौरवों और पांडवों के बीच युद्ध द्वारा उत्पन्न विभीषिका की पूरी समझ मिलती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse captures a pivotal moment in the Stri Parva where Gandhari, revered for her wisdom, reflects on the devastating consequences of the war.

Meaning

The shloka highlights how insight and wisdom can reveal truths that are often hidden from ordinary perception, showcasing Gandhari’s spiritual depth.

Application

In modern times, this teaches the value of understanding and knowing the broader consequences of our actions beyond immediate experience.