Mahabharata Drona Parva – पतितं चैनम आज्ञाय समन्ताद भरत सत्रियः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पतितं चैनम आज्ञाय समन्ताद भरत सत्रियः
परिवव्रुर महाराजम अस्पृशंश चैव पाणिभिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The ladies of the Bharata clan surrounded the fallen king without touching him.

Translations

English Translation

Upon seeing their king, the noble women of the Bharata dynasty gathered around him, enveloping him with their presence. However, out of respect and the prevailing grief, they refrained from physically touching him, showcasing their deep reverence and sorrow for his condition.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपने राजा को देख कर, भरत परिवार की धन्य महिलाएं उनके चारों ओर इकट्ठी हो गईं, जिससे उन्होंने उन्हें अपने आसपास घेर लिया। हालांकि, सम्मान और शोक के कारण, उन्होंने उन्हें शारीरिक रूप से छूने से परहेज किया, जो उनकी गहरी श्रद्धा और उनके हालात के प्रति उनके दुःख को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the reverence women held for their fallen king, reflecting the societal values of honor and respect in the Drona Parva.

Meaning

The act of surrounding him without touching signifies a profound respect for dignity and a deep sense of loss shared among them.

Application

This moment encourages readers to demonstrate respect for broader authority and to honor their relationships with dignity, especially during difficult times.