Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – औ दृष्ट्वा पौरवर्गस तु भृशं शॊकपरायणः

Shloka (श्लोक)

औ दृष्ट्वा पौरवर्गस तु भृशं शॊकपरायणः
अभिशापभयात तरस्तॊ न च किं चिद उवाच ह

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka depicts a fearful response from the people upon seeing the warriors’ sorrow, highlighting their deep despair.

Translations

English Translation

Witnessing the great kings, the populace was overwhelmed with grief, paralyzed by fear of curses, and none dared to speak in the face of such sorrow.

हिंदी अनुवाद

राजाओं को देखकर जनता अत्यधिक शोक में डूबी थी, शाप के भय से भयभीत हो गई थी, और इतनी शोक की स्थिति में कोई भी बोलने की हिम्मत नहीं कर पाया।

Commentary

Context

This verse reflects the collective anxiety and sorrow of the people in the Anushasana Parva during a moment of despair, showcasing their emotional state.

Meaning

The fear of curses symbolizes the heavy consequences of actions and the resulting emotional turmoil that grips the heart.

Application

This shloka teaches the impact of collective despair and inaction during crises, encouraging people to find their voice in difficult times.