Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तपसा संवृतं घॊरं केशशौवल शाद्वलम

Shloka (श्लोक)
तपसा संवृतं घॊरं केशशौवल शाद्वलम
युक्तं पापकृतां गन्धैर मांसशॊणितकर्दमम
⚡ Quick Meaning
The path was enveloped with the ferocity of penance and adorned with corpses, exuding a foul stench.
Translations
English Translation
The torturous route was surrounded by the intensity of severe penance and was covered with a blend of hair and foliage from the deceased. This path was filled with the foul odor of blood-soaked flesh and putrid remnants of sins committed.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह कठिन मार्ग भयंकर तपस्या के आवरण में था और मृत शरीरों से भरा हुआ था। इस रास्ते पर पापों के कारण खून से सने मांस और सड़ांध के गंध का भरा हुआ था।
Commentary
Context
This shloka illustrates the dreadful circumstances surrounding the king’s journey into the afterlife.
Meaning
It symbolizes the dreadful consequences of a life spent in sinful pursuits, leading to abhorrent paths.
Application
This emphasizes the importance of living a life of righteousness, avoiding paths laden with regret.
