Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शवेतपर्वत रूपेभ्यॊ गृहेभ्यस तास तव अपाक्रमन

Shloka (श्लोक)

शवेतपर्वत रूपेभ्यॊ गृहेभ्यस तास तव अपाक्रमन
गुहाभ्य इव शैलानां पृषत्यॊ हतयूथपाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The women, resembling white mountains, moved like wandering shadows from their homes, engulfed in despair.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka paints a haunting image of distress, comparing the women to white mountains, suggesting their pallor and despair. They drifted away from their homes, embodying the sorrow of those devastated by violence, while the imagery evokes a sense of loss.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक महिलाओं के संकट को एक भयावह चित्रण में निर्बंधित करता है, जो उन्हें सफेद पर्वत के समान दिखाता है, जो उनके रंग और दुःख का संकेत करता है। वे अपने घरों से दूर जाती हैं, जो हिंसा से तबाह हुए लोगों का दुःख दिखाती हैं, जबकि यह चित्रण हानि की भावना को उभारता है।

Commentary

Context

The context involves the aftermath of the battle, illustrating the plight of women who have lost their sanctuaries and sense of belonging.

Meaning

The metaphor of white mountains conveys not only beauty but also the sadness that covers their existence as they navigate through desolation.

Application

This shloka highlights the need to address the ongoing impact of conflict on women, urging society to provide safe refuge and support for those affected.