Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ताम अपश्यन निपतितां वसुदेवः कषितौ तदा

Shloka (श्लोक)

ताम अपश्यन निपतितां वसुदेवः कषितौ तदा
दृष्ट्वैव च पपातॊर्व्यां सॊ ऽपि दुःखेन मूर्छितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka depicts Vasudeva’s despair upon seeing his fallen kin.

Translations

English Translation

Upon witnessing the fallen Abhimanyu on the battlefield, Vasudeva collapsed in grief and despair, rendered unconscious by the depth of his sorrow as he faced the harsh realities of loss.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युद्धक्षेत्र में गिरते हुए अभिमन्यू को देखकर, वासुदेव दुख और निराशा में गिर पड़े, अपने दुख की गहराई से बेहोश होकर जूझते हुए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka vividly illustrates the collapse of a powerful figure in the face of profound grief, reinforcing the theme of vulnerability.

Meaning

The collapse signifies that even the strongest individuals can crumble under the weight of emotional pain and tragedy.

Application

Recognizing that vulnerability is a part of the human experience can encourage us to seek help and express our feelings during challenging times.