Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दरॊणस तु तद वचः शरुत्वा पुत्रस्य तव दुर्मनाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

दरॊणस तु तद वचः शरुत्वा पुत्रस्य तव दुर्मनाः
मुहूर्तम इव तु धयात्वा भृशम आर्तॊ ऽभयभाषत

⚡ Quick Meaning

After hearing the words of his son, Dronacharya became very troubled and expressed his sorrow.

Translations

English Translation

Upon hearing Duryodhana’s remarks, Dronacharya was deeply pained and lamented the loss of valor among the Kshatriyas. His anguish highlights the emotional weight of leadership and the burden of impending conflict.

हिंदी अनुवाद

दुर्योधन के शब्दों को सुनकर द्रोणाचार्य बहुत दुखी हुए और क्षत्रियों के साहस की हानि पर शोक व्यक्त किया। उनका दुःख नेतृत्व की भावनात्मक प्रतिबद्धता और चल रहे संघर्ष का बोझ दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse emphasizes the emotional turmoil experienced by Dronacharya during the intense prelude to war.

Meaning

Dronacharya’s suffering illustrates the profound responsibility and emotional stakes tied to leadership in times of conflict.

Application

This shloka encourages leaders to be aware of their words and actions, as they deeply affect not only their lives but also the lives of those they lead.