Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यत्कृते दुःखवसतिम इमां पराप्तास्मि शाश्वतीम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यत्कृते दुःखवसतिम इमां पराप्तास्मि शाश्वतीम
पतिलॊकाद विहीना च नैव सत्री न पुमान इह

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses despair at the suffering experienced, feeling devoid of identity in a world without a partner.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker conveys the sorrow of being trapped in suffering and laments their status as neither a woman nor a man in the absence of their partner. This highlights a deep existential crisis stemming from loss.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दुःख के उस अनुभव को व्यक्त करता है, जहाँ व्यक्ति अपने साथी के बिना न तो स्त्री न पुरुष के रूप में अपने अस्तित्व को अनुभव करता है। यह हानि से उपजी गहरी अस्तित्वात्मक संकट की बात करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse unfolds within the Udyoga Parva, where characters discuss the consequences of war, showcasing the emotional turmoil caused by relationships and societal roles.

Meaning

The speaker laments the emotional loss of identity in the absence of a partner, shedding light on the profound impact personal bonds have on one’s psyche.

Application

This shloka encourages introspection regarding dependence on relationships for identity and signals the need for self-discovery in the face of despair.