Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – गृध्रॊ ऽनस्तमिते तव आह गते ऽसतम इति जम्बुकः

Shloka (श्लोक)

गृध्रॊ ऽनस्तमिते तव आह गते ऽसतम इति जम्बुकः
मृतस्य तं परिजनम ऊचतुस तौ कषुधान्वितौ

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks about the conversation of a jackal concerning the fate of the vulture.

Translations

English Translation

When the vulture spoke about nearing death, the jackal, driven by hunger, conveyed the dreaded news to his kin. This reflects the natural instinct and survival mechanism present in nature.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब गृध्र ने मृत्यु के निकट पहुंचने पर बात की, तो जंबुक ने, भूख के प्रभाव में, अपने परिवार को यह भयानक समाचार दिया। यह प्रकृति में मौजूद स्वाभाविक प्रवृत्ति और अस्तित्व के तंत्र को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects the natural instincts of survival and the influence of urgency in relationships.

Meaning

It illustrates the tendency to communicate urgent news, sometimes driven by one’s needs, thereby impacting relationships.

Application

In interactions with others, be mindful of how motivations influence communication and strive for transparency and compassion.