Shloka 10
Akrūra in Hastināpura: Kuntī’s Lament and Dhṛtarāṣṭra’s Moral Instruction
सपत्नमध्ये शोचन्तीं वृकानां हरिणीमिव । सान्त्वयिष्यति मां वाक्यै: पितृहीनांश्च बालकान् ॥ १० ॥
sapatna-madhye śocantīṁ vṛkānāṁ hariṇīm iva sāntvayiṣyati māṁ vākyaiḥ pitṛ-hīnāṁś ca bālakān
أنا أتألم بين أعدائي كظبيةٍ بين الذئاب؛ فهل يأتي شري كريشنا ليواسيَني بكلماته، أنا وأطفالي اليتامى من الأب؟
FAQs
This verse highlights the devotional virtue of sāntvana—soothing others through gentle, truthful speech—especially toward those who are vulnerable and grieving.
She uses a vivid image to express her fear and helplessness amid perceived rivals, while still emphasizing her hope that a compassionate person will comfort her and the fatherless children.
Offer emotional support through calm, respectful words, and extend special care to children and families facing loss—this is a lived expression of bhakti and dharma.