Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कन्याश चन्दनचूर्णैश च लाजैर माल्यैश च सर्वशः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कन्याश चन्दनचूर्णैश च लाजैर माल्यैश च सर्वशः
सत्रियॊ बालास तथा वृद्धाः परेक्षकाश च पृथग्जनाः
समभ्ययुः शांतनवं भूतानीव तमॊनुदम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the offerings made by women and children as respects for Bhishma.

Translations

English Translation

This passage illustrates how women, children, and different groups of people came forward with floral offerings, sandalwood powder, and other respect tokens for Bhishma, depicting the cultural practices surrounding the great warrior.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि महिलाएँ, बच्चे और विभिन्न वर्ग के लोग भीष्म के प्रति आदर दिखाने के लिए पुष्प, चन्दन का चूर्ण, और अन्य वस्तुएँ लेकर आए थे, जो इस महान योद्धा के प्रति सम्मान दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This evokes the deep cultural traditions of offering respect during significant life transitions, including death and honor.

Meaning

This highlights the communal reverence and mourning, reinforcing cultural values toward warriors and respected figures.

Application

This illustrates the importance of recognizing and honoring contributions of notable individuals within society, a practice applicable in contemporary settings.