Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शिखण्डिवाक्यं शरुत्वाथ स यक्षॊ भरतर्षभ

Shloka (श्लोक)

भीष्म उवाच
शिखण्डिवाक्यं शरुत्वाथ स यक्षॊ भरतर्षभ
परॊवाच मनसा चिन्त्य दैवेनॊपनिपीडितः
भवितव्यं तथा तद धि मम दुःखाय कौरव

⚡ Quick Meaning

Bhisma spoke of Shikhandi’s words and, in deep thought, mentioned how fate afflicts him with sorrow.

Translations

English Translation

This verse describes Bhisma reflecting on the words of Shikhandi while acknowledging a divine hand in his sufferings. It encapsulates his acceptance of fate and the unfolding events that lead to his challenges.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक भीष्म का वर्णन करता है जो शिखण्डी के शब्दों पर ध्यान दे रहे हैं और अपने दुखों के लिए ईश्वरीय हाथ को स्वीकार कर रहे हैं। यह उनके भाग्य को स्वीकार करने और जिम्मेदारियों को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This dialogue appears in the Udyoga Parva, which highlights the moral dilemmas faced by characters before the great war.

Meaning

It emphasizes the theme of destiny and struggle, indicating that even formidable warriors like Bhisma experience internal conflicts.

Application

The shloka teaches us to reflect on our circumstances and recognize how fate plays a role in our lives.