Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ततः स राजा कौरव्यॊ धर्मपुत्रॊ युधिष्ठिरः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततः स राजा कौरव्यॊ धर्मपुत्रॊ युधिष्ठिरः
उत्सृज्याभरणान्य अङ्गाज जगृहे वल्कलान्य उत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Then the king, Yudhishthira, released his ornaments and took up the bark garments.

Translations

English Translation

Yudhishthira, the eldest son of Kauravas, decided to abandon his royal adornments and donned the humble garments of bark. This act symbolizes his renunciation and readiness to embark on a path of simplicity and self-discipline.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युधिष्ठिर, कौरवों का बड़ा पुत्र, ने अपनी राजसी आभूषणों को छोड़ने और छाल के साधारण वस्त्र पहनने का निर्णय लिया। यह कार्य उनके त्याग और सरलता व आत्म-अनुशासन के मार्ग पर चलने की इच्छा का प्रतीक है।

Commentary

Context

This decision marks a significant step in their journey towards renunciation and spiritual awakening in the Mahabharata.

Meaning

Yudhishthira’s choice represents the essence of detachment from worldly possessions in pursuit of a higher purpose.

Application

This encourages us to reflect on the importance of simplicity and the relinquishment of material attachments in our own lives.