Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ततः पौरा महाराज माता काली च मे शुभा

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततः पौरा महाराज माता काली च मे शुभा
भृत्याः पुरॊहिताचार्या बराह्मणाश च बहुश्रुताः
माम ऊचुर भृशसंतप्ता भव राजेति संततम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks to the King, expressing the distress and concern of the elders regarding his leadership.

Translations

English Translation

The esteemed figures such as mother Kali and the wise Brahmins, feeling deeply troubled, implore the King to take action for the nation’s welfare, advising him persistently about the urgent need for a decision.

हिंदी अनुवाद

माता काली और विद्वान् ब्राह्मणों की तरह बुद्धिमान लोग, राजन, स्थिति को लेकर गहरे दुःख में हैं और तुम्हें देश के भले के लिए कार्रवाई करने की सलाह दे रहे हैं, इस गंभीर विषय पर बार-बार ध्यान देने की आवश्यकता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set in Udyoga Parva, wherein key characters communicate the weight of their duties and the significance of the King’s decisions.

Meaning

It highlights the importance of leadership, especially during hardship, and the role of advisors in guiding the King towards justice.

Application

This shloka emphasizes the value of seeking counsel and being responsive to the concerns of those around us for effective governance.