Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – उवाच पुत्रांश च ततः सत्रीभूतः पार्थिवॊत्तमः

Shloka (श्लोक)

उवाच पुत्रांश च ततः सत्रीभूतः पार्थिवॊत्तमः
संप्रीत्या भुज्यतां राज्यं वनं यास्यामि पुत्रकाः
अभिषिच्य सपुत्राणां शतं राजा वनं गतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The king, now feminine, addresses his sons, consentingly preparing to journey to the forest after anointing himself.

Translations

English Translation

Addressing his sons with affection, the king, having embraced his feminine form, expresses his intent to journey into the forest after performing a ceremonial anointment, symbolizing a transition into a new chapter of his life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपनी बेटों को स्नेहपूर्वक संबोधित करते हुए, राजा, जो अपनी स्त्री रूप को अपनाता है, एक अनुष्ठानिक अभिषेक के बाद वन की यात्रा की इच्छा व्यक्त करता है, जो उसके जीवन के एक नए अध्याय में संक्रमण का प्रतीक है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka concludes the sequence with the king’s acceptance of his new identity and the decision to embark on a journey that signifies transformation.

Meaning

It illustrates the themes of acceptance and continuity, emphasizing that change can lead to new paths while honoring past identities.

Application

This encourages individuals to embrace transformations in their lives and to approach new experiences with compassion and open-heartedness.