Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पुत्रशॊकेन तु बलान मनॊ विह्वलतीव मे

Shloka (श्लोक)

[ग] भगवान नाभ्यसूयामि नैतान इच्छामि नश्यतः
पुत्रशॊकेन तु बलान मनॊ विह्वलतीव मे

⚡ Quick Meaning

The speaker expresses a desire to avoid conflict and shows how grief affects mental strength.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka conveys the speaker’s plea not to harbor envy or desire for destruction. Instead, the anguish over loss leads to a state of confusion and mental weakness, emphasizing the emotional toll of grief.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक वक्ता की इच्छा को दर्शाता है कि वह द्वेष या विनाश की इच्छा न रखे। इसके बजाय, पुत्र की मृत्यु पर शोक मानवी मन की स्थिति को कमजोर करता है, और दुःख के भावनात्मक बोझ को प्रमुखता से पेश करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the lamentations following the Kaurava defeat, illustrating the emotional struggles faced by its characters.

Meaning

It reveals how grief can cloud judgment and rational thinking, accentuating the internal battles stemming from loss.

Application

This shloka encourages recognizing and managing emotions during distress, as unchecked sorrow can lead to poor decisions and actions.