Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – विशिरस्कान अथॊ कायान दृष्ट्वा घॊराभिनन्दिनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

विशिरस्कान अथॊ कायान दृष्ट्वा घॊराभिनन्दिनः
मुह्यन्त्य अनुचिता नार्यॊ विदेहानि शिरांसि च

⚡ Quick Meaning

Seeing the dismembered bodies, the horrifying rejoicers become confused, and women mourn the heads of their loved ones.

Translations

English Translation

Upon viewing the dismembered bodies, those who celebrate in horror become perplexed. Women lament over the heads of their loved ones, revealing the emotional devastation caused by violent conflict.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपंग शरीरों को देखकर, जो भयानक रूप से खुश हैं, वे भ्रमित हो जाते हैं। महिलाएं अपने प्रियजनों के सिरों का शोक मनाती हैं, जो हिंसक संघर्ष के कारण भावनात्मक विनाश को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

The verse articulates the mixture of emotions found in the aftermath of war, where horror meets confusion.

Meaning

It reflects on the impact of chaos that transforms joy into despair, especially for women witnessing losses.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder of the devastation war causes to families and the vital need for compassion amidst conflict.