Mahabharata Vana Parva – कथं नु सत्यः शुचिर आर्य वृत्तॊ; जयेष्ठः सुतानां मम धर्मराजः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कथं नु सत्यः शुचिर आर्य वृत्तॊ; जयेष्ठः सुतानां मम धर्मराजः
अजातशत्रुः पृथिवीतलस्थः; शेते पुरा राङ्कव कूटशायी

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects the concern of the speaker regarding the state of Dharmaraja Yudhishthira.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker questions how the virtuous Dharmaraja, the eldest of his sons, who is established in truth and purity, can lie on the ground devoid of care, and why he seems inactive like a king in slumber, lost to the world.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्तास सत्य और शुद्धता में स्थापित धर्मराज युधिष्ठिर इस प्रकार कैसे पृथ्वी पर निर्भीक होकर सो सकते हैं, जबकि वह अपने पुत्रों में सबसे बड़े हैं और अपराजेय उनके शत्रुओं के बारे में चिंतित नहीं हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set in the Vana Parva of the Mahabharata, capturing a moment of despair among the Pandavas during their exile.

Meaning

The shloka questions the apparent inactivity of Dharma Raja, reflecting the emotional turmoil and confusion experienced by the brothers in difficult times.

Application

It serves as a reminder to remain true to one’s duties and values, even during challenging periods, and to not succumb to despair.