Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 3815
Shloka (श्लोक)
कथं चैकः स वैश्यायां धृतराष्ट्र सुतॊ ऽभवत
कथं च सदृशीं भार्यां गान्धारीं धर्मचारिणीम
आनुकूल्ये वर्तमानां धृतराष्ट्रॊ ऽतयवर्तत
⚡ Quick Meaning
How did Dhritarashtra as the son of a Vaishya end up with Gandhari, a righteous woman?
📖 Translations
English Translation
How did Dhritarashtra, born into a Vaishya family, find himself with Gandhari, a woman of virtue and righteousness, living in adherence to dharma?
हिंदी अनुवाद
धृतराष्ट्र, जो वैश्य परिवार में जन्मे थे, कैसे धर्मात्मा गांधारी के साथ आए, जो धर्म के अनुसार जीवन जीती थीं?
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
This shloka inquires into the nature of Dhritarashtra’s marital choice and his qualities as a ruler.
🧘 Meaning
It emphasizes the intersection of social class and virtuous character in relationships.
🌟 Application
This teaches us to value not just status but also the integrity and virtues of our companions in life.
