Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – किं नु दुःखतरं कृष्ण परं मम भविष्यति

Shloka (श्लोक)

किं नु दुःखतरं कृष्ण परं मम भविष्यति
यत सुता विधवा बाला सनुषाश च निहतेश्वराः

⚡ Quick Meaning

What worse suffering could Krishna bring upon me than losing my daughter and daughter-in-law?

Translations

English Translation

This shloka expresses the ultimate despair of a mother confronting the possibility of losing her daughter and daughter-in-law, intensifying the gravity of her circumstances.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक माँ के गहरे विषाद को व्यक्त करता है, जो अपनी बेटी और बहू को खोने की संभावना का सामना कर रही है, जो उसकी परिस्थिति की गंभीरता को बढ़ाता है।

Commentary

Context

It portrays the vulnerability of women in war, where family separations can traumatize individuals.

Meaning

The line dives deep into the anguish of potential loss, highlighting familial bonds and their significance.

Application

This invites a reflection on the impact of warfare on families, emphasizing support and compassion in difficult times.