Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तदैव मे संजय दीव्यतॊ ऽभून; नॊ चेत कुरून आगतः सयाद अभावः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तदैव मे संजय दीव्यतॊ ऽभून; नॊ चेत कुरून आगतः सयाद अभावः
काव्यां वाचं विरुदॊ भाषमाणॊ; न विन्दते धृतराष्ट्रात परशंसाम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse captures Dhritarashtra’s reflective confusion regarding the valor of the Kurus as they prepare for the conflict.

Translations

English Translation

King Dhritarashtra expresses his concern over the valor and actions of the Kurus, pondering upon their fate in the impending conflict and questioning their wisdom in the light of the ongoing events.

हिंदी अनुवाद

राजा धृतराष्ट्र अपनी चिंता व्यक्त करते हैं कि कुरुओं की वीरता और कार्यों के बारे में, वह आगामी संघर्ष में उनके भाग्य पर विचार करते हैं और चल रही घटनाओं के प्रकाश में उनके बुद्धिमत्ता पर प्रश्न उठाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of the Udyoga Parva, a section that discusses the war’s unfolding events and their impacts on the royal family.

Meaning

It signifies the moral and emotional dilemmas faced by leaders when confronted with the consequences of their kin’s actions.

Application

Encourages leaders to reflect on their decisions and the moral weight their relationship choices carry in times of conflict.