Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अद्यायं कुरुराजस्य शंतनॊः कुलपांसनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अद्यायं कुरुराजस्य शंतनॊः कुलपांसनः
पराणाञ शरियं च राज्यं च तयक्त्वा शेष्यति भूतले

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka indicates a significant sacrifice made by the Kuru dynasty.

Translations

English Translation

The verse speaks of the eventual end of the Kuru dynasty, suggesting that after sacrificing their lives and reigns, they will leave their legacy on the earth.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कुरु वंश के अंत की बात करता है, यह संकेत देते हुए कि अपने प्राणों और राज्य को त्यागने के बाद, वे पृथ्वी पर अपनी विरासत छोड़ देंगे।

Commentary

Context

This shloka serves as a somber reflection on the costs of kingship and the dynasty’s ultimate fate.

Meaning

It conveys the message that power and legacy are fragile and often come with great sacrifice.

Application

This provides an important lesson on the responsibilities of leadership and the impermanence of power.