Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पाञ्चालाः सुभृशं कषीणाः कन्या मात्रावशेषिताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पाञ्चालाः सुभृशं कषीणाः कन्या मात्रावशेषिताः
न तेषां कुर कर्तारं कं चित पश्याम्य अहं शुभे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects the deep sorrow of witnessing the plight of the Panchala princesses.

Translations

English Translation

The Panchala women are in a wretched state, left with only a remnant of their dignity. I do not see anyone who could be called the doer of their misfortunes, as I observe them, O auspicious one.

हिंदी अनुवाद

पाँचालों की कन्याएं अत्यन्त दयनीय स्थिति में हैं, उनके पास केवल उनकी गरिमा का एक अंश बचा है। ओ शुभ, मैं इन्हें देखता हूँ, पर इनके दुर्भाग्य का कर्ता कोई नजर नहीं आता।

Commentary

Context

This verse is recounted amidst the mournful reflection on the devastation faced by the Panchala kingdom after the great war.

Meaning

The shloka resonates with themes of loss and helplessness, highlighting the crisis faced by the princesses post-battle.

Application

This invokes empathy towards those in suffering and reminds us of the impact of our actions on the innocent.