Mahabharata Stri Parva – विदुरस्य तु तद वाक्यं निशम्य कुरुसत्तमः

Shloka (श्लोक)

विदुरस्य तु तद वाक्यं निशम्य कुरुसत्तमः
पुत्रशॊकाभिसंतप्तः पपात भुवि मूर्छितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Vidura’s words deeply affected the most exalted of the Kurus, causing him to collapse to the ground overwhelmed by the grief of losing his son.

Translations

English Translation

Upon hearing Vidura’s words, the noble Kuru, engulfed in sorrow for his son, fell unconscious on the ground. This moment reflects the overpowering grief felt by a parent when faced with the loss of a child.

हिंदी अनुवाद

विदुर के वाक्य को सुनकर कुरुसत्तम पुत्र के शोक में गहरे डूब गया, और वह भूमि पर मूर्छित होकर गिर पड़ा। यह क्षण एक माता-पिता के लिए अपने बच्चे की हानि के समय अनुभव की गई तीव्र पीड़ा को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka falls in the Stri Parva, marking a significant moment of despair and emotional turmoil among the Kuru clan after the devastating losses they faced.

Meaning

The verse highlights the inevitable sorrow that accompanies loss, and how even the strongest individuals can succumb to intense grief.

Application

This shloka teaches us about the weight of loss in relationships and emphasizes the need for empathy and support during times of grief.