2.1 — When sorrow takes over

Sanskrit · Teaching film · Everyday practice

Speaker: Sanjaya, reporting to Dhritarashtra.

The shloka

सञ्जय उवाच
तं तथा कृपयाविष्टमश्रुपूर्णाकुलेक्षणम् ।
विषीदन्तमिदं वाक्यमुवाच मधुसूदनः ॥ १ ॥

Brief meaning

Sanjaya describes Arjuna overwhelmed with sorrow and compassion, his eyes troubled by tears. Krishna, called Madhusudana, begins to address him.

In the conversation

Sanjaya describes Arjuna overwhelmed by grief as Krishna prepares to respond.

Everyday reflection

Before answering a difficult message, pause. Name what happened, what you feel, and the responsibility that remains. A pause can give understanding a chance to guide the reply.

Consider today: Name what feels difficult before looking for an answer.