Mahabharata Svargarohana Parva – पश्य गन्धर्वराजानं धृतराष्ट्रं मनीषिणम

Shloka (श्लोक)

पश्य गन्धर्वराजानं धृतराष्ट्रं मनीषिणम
एनं च तवं विजानीहि भरातरं पूर्वजं पितुः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Behold the Gandharva king and the wise Dhritarashtra, recognize this elder among the Bharatas, your father.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka captures the moment where Dhritarashtra is urged to recognize the noble figures around him, particularly his father among the Bharatas. The speaker emphasizes the significance of acknowledging one’s lineage and the wisdom of the elders present.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस क्षण को दर्शाता है जब धृतराष्ट्र से कहा जाता है कि वह अपने चारों ओर के महान व्यक्तित्वों को पहचाने, खासकर अपने पिता को। वक्ता पुराने परंपरा और उपस्थित बुद्धिमानों की महत्ता को बताता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is set during the Svargarohana Parva, where significant figures of the Kuru dynasty are being introduced to Dhritarashtra as he sails to heavenly realms.

Meaning

This shloka underlines the importance of recognizing one’s predecessors and the virtues associated with them, emphasizing lineage and wisdom.

Application

In modern life, this verse reminds us to honor our heritage and learn from the wisdom of those who came before us.