Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यस्य सम वयसने राजन्न अनुमॊदन्ति शत्रवः

Shloka (श्लोक)

यस्य सम वयसने राजन्न अनुमॊदन्ति शत्रवः
तद असह्य तरं दुःखम अहं मन्ये वधाद अपि

⚡ Quick Meaning

O King, when foes rejoice in one’s misfortune, I consider that pain worse than death.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka expresses the intense pain of witnessing enemies take pleasure in one’s suffering. It highlights that the anguish of being ridiculed or humiliated by adversaries is perceived as more excruciating than the fear of death itself, reflecting the deep psychological impact of dishonor.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दुश्मनों को किसी के दुख में आनंदित होते देखने के गहरे दर्द को व्यक्त करता है। यह दर्शाता है कि विरोधियों द्वारा अपमानित होने या मजाक उड़ाने का दुःख स्वयं मृत्यु के डर से अधिक पीड़ादायक होता है, जो अपमान के गहरे मनोवैज्ञानिक प्रभाव को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Shanti Parva, this shloka discusses the emotional toll of losing honor and the suffering it causes.

Meaning

The essence lies in valuing one’s dignity and reputation, portraying the haunting effects of dishonor far outweighing physical threats.

Application

This lesson encourages individuals to uphold their integrity and navigate life with respect and honor to avoid the deep impacts of humiliation.