Significance of Deeply afflicted
Deeply afflicted, as described in the Purana, encompasses experiencing intense emotional distress or sorrow. This term reflects the emotional turmoil faced by various characters, including Duryodhana, Anakadundubhi, and the Pandavas, as they confront the devastating impacts of defeat, loss of kin, or separation from loved ones. The intense sorrow manifests in the grief of the Kuru kingdom's citizens and leaders, and is particularly evident in Yudhishthira's anguish over slain loved ones and Dhananjaya's wrath following Abhimanyu's death.
Synonyms: Greatly afflicted, Grief-stricken, Devastated, Distressed, Sorrowful, Troubled
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Hindu concept of 'Deeply afflicted'
In Hinduism, "Deeply afflicted" encapsulates profound emotional pain experienced by characters like Bhima, Yudhishthira, and Dhananjaya after immense losses, highlighting sorrow and distress throughout the epic's aftermath, reflecting the weight of grief in their lives.
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) Indicates a state of being profoundly affected by sorrow or distress.[1] (2) Describing King Dhritarashtra's emotional state upon hearing Duryodhana's plan, indicating his distress and concern.[2] (3) Describes Dhananjaya's emotional state as he grieves the death of Abhimanyu, fueling his wrath for battle.[3] (4) Being severely troubled or distressed, particularly in the context of grief from the loss of loved ones.[4] (5) A state of intense emotional pain, experienced by Anakadundubhi as he recollects his lost kin.[5]
From: Ramayana of Valmiki
(1) Describes the profound emotional distress of Prince Shatrughna regarding Bharata's state.[6] (2) Experiencing intense emotional distress or sorrow.[7] (3) The king is profoundly troubled and distressed at the sight of the queen.[8]
From: Bhakti-rasamrta-sindhu
(1) The intense emotional response characterized by suffering or distress, particularly in relation to separation from Krishna.[9]
From: Brihad Bhagavatamrita (commentary)
(1) Deeply afflicted describes the intense emotional pain and distress experienced by the speaker due to separation from Shri Jagannatha.[10]