Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अवशॊ ऽहं पुरा तात पुत्राणां निहते शते

Shloka (श्लोक)

अवशॊ ऽहं पुरा तात पुत्राणां निहते शते
शरॊष्यामि निनदं सत्रीणां कथं मां मरणं सपृशेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses a deep lamentation regarding the killing of sons and the inevitable approach of death.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker reflects on the sorrow they feel at the loss of their children in battle, indicating how the cries of women haunt them. It portrays a deep emotional turmoil as they contemplate death amidst the chaos of war.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता अपने पुत्रों के युद्ध में मरने के कारण जो शोक महसूस कर रहा है, इसे व्यक्त करता है। वे महिलाओं की आहों की आवाज़ सुनते हैं और मृत्यु के निकटता के बारे में सोचते हैं, जो युद्ध के हंगामे में घिरा हुआ है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Udyoga Parva where characters reflect on the violence of war and its emotional consequences.

Meaning

It highlights the theme of grief in battle, emphasizing the human cost of war and the sorrow it brings to families.

Application

In life, this shloka reminds us to value our relationships and be mindful of the pain caused by conflict.