Significance of Profound sorrow
Profound sorrow encompasses deep and intense sadness experienced during moments of loss or distress. In narratives, it often highlights characters' grief, as seen with Vidura, who feels despair over his family's poor choices. Additionally, it includes deep emotional pain linked to love or separation, affecting one's very essence. Overall, profound sorrow captures the multifaceted nature of grief and emotional turmoil that individuals endure in response to tragic circumstances.
Synonyms: Intense grief, Profound sadness, Overwhelming sorrow, Deep mourning, Heartfelt sorrow, Acute distress, Deep grief
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Hindu concept of 'Profound sorrow'
Profound sorrow in Hinduism encompasses deep emotional pain from love or separation, intense grief showcased in narratives, and despair, exemplified by Vidura's anguish over his family's destructive choices.
From: Ramayana of Valmiki
(1) Deep and intense sadness, often experienced during moments of loss or distress.[1]
From: Mahabharata (English)
(1) The deep sense of despair experienced by Vidura as he realizes the detrimental path his family is embarking upon.[2]
From: Brahma Purana
(1) A deep state of grief displayed by the characters in the narrative, highlighting the emotional aspects of loss.[3]
From: Harsha-charita
(1) Deep emotional pain, often related to love or separation that affects one's essence.[4]
The concept of Profound sorrow in local and regional sources
"Profound sorrows" encapsulates the deep grief felt nationally after Gokhale's death and also highlights the emotional turmoil that influenced Swathi Thirunal's poignant musical creations during his life's challenging periods.
From: Triveni Journal
(1) The deep emotional state that inspired some of Swathi Thirunal's most melodious works, particularly during challenging times in his life due to administrative pressures.[5] (2) A deep sense of grief expressed by the nation following Gokhale's passing.[6]