Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स संनिवृत्तॊ धर्मात्मा दुःखशॊकसमन्वितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

स संनिवृत्तॊ धर्मात्मा दुःखशॊकसमन्वितः
शुश्राव तत्र वदतां दीना वाचः समन्ततः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The virtuous Yudhishthira, burdened with sorrow, listened to the miserable words spoken around him.

Translations

English Translation

Yudhishthira, characterized as a righteous soul, finds himself amidst sorrow and grief, yet he remains attentive to the lamentations surrounding him. This indicates his compassionate nature and his innate desire to understand and alleviate the suffering of others.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युधिष्ठिर, जो धर्मात्मा के रूप में जाने जाते हैं, दुःख और शोक के बीच में होते हैं, फिर भी वह अपने चारों ओर के विलाप को सुनने के लिए तत्पर रहते हैं। यह उनकी करुणामय प्रवृत्ति और दूसरों के कष्ट को समझने तथा कम करने की innate इच्छा को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is situated in a scene where Yudhishthira confronts the pain and anguish of those around him, showcasing the themes of compassion and empathy.

Meaning

It highlights the struggles of a noble spirit when faced with collective grief, and the responsibilities that come with leadership.

Application

This shloka encourages us to listen actively to the suffering of others, fostering connection and support in difficult times.