Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – धिग अस्तु खलु मानुष्यं यस्य निष्ठेयम ईदृशी

Shloka (श्लोक)

धिग अस्तु खलु मानुष्यं यस्य निष्ठेयम ईदृशी
एकादश चमू भर्ता यत्र पुत्रॊ ममाभिभूः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka criticizes mankind and questions the loyalty shown under such dire circumstances.

Translations

English Translation

The verse expresses disdain for humanity, highlighting the foolishness of those devoted to such fragile loyalties, and laments the situation where the king’s eleven armies are overpowered by a single force of his son.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक मानवता की उपेक्षा करता है, जो ऐसी निष्ठाओं में उलझी हुई है, और उस स्थिति पर दुःख व्यक्त करता है जहां राजा की ग्यारह सेनाएँ अपने एक पुत्र द्वारा पराजित होती हैं।

Commentary

Context

In this segment, the tension escalates within the protagonist’s camp, where loyalty and valor are called into question amidst the backdrop of impending doom.

Meaning

This passage highlights the fragility of human devotion and the potential consequences when misplaced loyalty leads to downfall.

Application

The shloka serves as a cautionary tale against blind loyalty, urging individuals to reflect on their values and the quality of their allegiances.