Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कथं तद अल्पकालेन कषीणं येनास्मि पातितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कथं तद अल्पकालेन कषीणं येनास्मि पातितः
भगवन वेत्थ लॊकांश च शाश्वतान मम निर्जितान

⚡ Quick Meaning

The speaker questions how he has quickly fallen from grace.

Translations

English Translation

In this verse, the speaker is bewildered and asks how in such a short time he has lost his standing and feels defeated while acknowledging that the Lord understands the eternal nature of circumstances.

हिंदी अनुवाद

भक्त आश्चर्यचकित होकर पूछता है कि इतने कम समय में वह कैसे पतन का शिकार हो गया। वह भगवान से संकेत करता है कि वे स्थिति को अच्छी तरह से समझते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects the despair of a devotee grappling with rapid changes in fortune, conveying existential concerns in Udyoga Parva.

Meaning

It highlights the fragility of human condition and the concept of losing one’s stature through unforeseen circumstances.

Application

This encourages mindfulness about the transient nature of life and urges individuals to remain grounded and focused during difficult times.