Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – इत्य उक्तास तेन ते राज्ञा पौरजानपदा जनाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

इत्य उक्तास तेन ते राज्ञा पौरजानपदा जनाः
नॊचुर बाष्पकलाः किं चिद वीक्षां चक्रुः परस्परम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Thus addressed by the king, the citizens did not shed tears nor did they look at each other.

Translations

English Translation

This verse describes the reaction of the people when they are addressed by their ruler. Instead of expressing sorrow or engaging with one another through tears, they reflect a sense of respect, indicating the solemnity of the moment.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस समय नागरिकों की प्रतिक्रिया का वर्णन करता है जब उन्हें उनके शासक द्वारा संबोधित किया जाता है। वे दुःख प्रकट करने या एक-दूसरे के साथ आँसूयों के साथ संवाद करने के बजाय, अपने आत्म-सम्मान का अनुभव कर रहे हैं, जो क्षण की गम्भीरता को व्यक्त करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse captures a poignant moment in the narrative where the emotional atmosphere is overshadowed by the king’s principled words.

Meaning

It reflects the power of leadership and the impact of a ruler’s words on the populace, embodying the dignity of authority.

Application

This serves as a reminder to contemporary leaders of the influence their words can have, urging them to communicate with care and consideration.