Mahabharata Vana Parva – सुभगा खलु कौसल्या यस्याः पुत्रॊ ऽभिषेक्ष्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

सुभगा खलु कौसल्या यस्याः पुत्रॊ ऽभिषेक्ष्यते
कुतॊ हि तव सौभाग्यं यस्याः पुत्रॊ न राज्यभाक

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka extols the fortune of Kausalya, the mother of Rama.

Translations

English Translation

This verse praises Kausalya’s fortuitous condition as a mother, hinting that her son Rama will soon be crowned, questioning the misfortune of anyone who does not have such a royal offspring.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कौसल्या की भाग्यशाली मातृत्व की प्रशंसा करता है, यह संकेत करते हुए कि उसका पुत्र राम शीघ्र ही सिंहासन पर बैठेगा, यह सवाल उठाते हुए कि किसका भाग्य ऐसा नहीं है कि उसके पास ऐसा राजकीय पुत्र न हो।

Commentary

Context

This verse is a part of the Vana Parva and emphasizes the royal lineage and the pride associated with parenthood in royal families.

Meaning

It conveys the honor and luck associated with being a mother to a distinguished child, and the expectations that come with it.

Application

It serves as a reminder to treasure our loved ones and acknowledge the blessings in our lives, regardless of societal status.