Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तथा महात्मनस तस्य तपस्य उग्रे च वर्ततः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तथा महात्मनस तस्य तपस्य उग्रे च वर्ततः
अनाथस्येव निधनं तिष्ठत्स्व अस्मासु बन्धुषु

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse expresses the profound penitence and intensity of ascetic practices in the face of loss.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka describes the plight of a great soul whose intense penance is akin to the state of a helpless person facing death amongst their relatives. The depth of loss is conveyed through the imagery of renunciation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक महान आत्मा की दुर्दशा का वर्णन करता है, जिनका तीव्र तप ऐसे ही हालात से गुजर रहा है जैसे किसी अनाथ का निधन अपने संबंधियों के बीच। यहाँ त्याग की गहराई को दर्शाया गया है।

Commentary

Context

This situation occurs as the Pandavas reflect on their losses and the state of penance in the midst of familial sorrow.

Meaning

The verse illustrates the mourning of a soul who has become vacant of joy due to loss, evoking a sense of compassion.

Application

This shloka encourages us to empathize with those in sorrow and recognize the pain others endure in silence.