Mahabharata Drona Parva – धृतराष्ट्रस तदा राजा शॊकव्याकुल चेतनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

धृतराष्ट्रस तदा राजा शॊकव्याकुल चेतनः
किम अचेष्टत विप्रर्षे हते पितरि वीर्यवान

⚡ Quick Meaning

The distraught King Dhritarashtra was in turmoil, pondering what action to take upon the death of his valiant son.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes King Dhritarashtra in a state of grief and contemplation following the loss of his courageous son. It captures the essence of loss and helplessness faced by a ruler, highlighting the emotional toll of battle and death.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक धृतराष्ट्र के शोक और करुणा के क्षण को दर्शाता है जब उनके वीर पुत्र की मृत्यु हो जाती है। यह एक शासक द्वारा महसूस की गई हानि और असहायता को उजागर करता है, युद्ध और मृत्यु के भावनात्मक प्रभाव को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse emerges at a gripping moment in the Drona Parva, revealing the emotional ramifications of loss in the heart of a king.

Meaning

The turmoil of a ruler in grief illustrates the deep connections between leadership and the lives affected by conflict.

Application

This serves as a poignant reminder of the human aspect of leadership, emphasizing empathy and caution in moments of crisis.