Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ततः स राजा दरुपदः परच्छन्नाया नराधिप

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततः स राजा दरुपदः परच्छन्नाया नराधिप
पुत्रवत पुत्रकार्याणि सर्वाणि समकारयत

⚡ Quick Meaning

King Drupada performed all rituals similar to those for a son for his hidden daughter.

Translations

English Translation

King Drupada, wishing to have a son, took care of all duties and responsibilities for his hidden daughter as if she were a son. This expresses the feeling of parental duty towards all children regardless of gender.

हिंदी अनुवाद

राजा द्रुपद ने अपनी छिपी हुई पुत्री के लिए पुत्र के समान सभी कार्यों का ध्यान रखा। यह भावनाओं को दर्शाता है कि माता-पिता को सभी बच्चों के प्रति अपनी जिम्मेदारी निभानी चाहिए, चाहे वे पुत्र हों या पुत्री।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Udyoga Parva, where the actions of Drupada regarding his daughter are highlighted, presenting the societal norms of that time.

Meaning

The shloka emphasizes the importance of treating all children with equal care and responsibility, reinforcing the idea that both sons and daughters hold equal value.

Application

This teaching invites modern readers to introspect on gender equality and the treatment of children regardless of their gender in familial contexts.