Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – युधिष्ठिरेण संधिं चयदि कुर्यां मते तव

Shloka (श्लोक)

युधिष्ठिरेण संधिं चयदि कुर्यां मते तव
भीतॊ रणे शवेतवाहाद इति मां मंस्यते जनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the wisdom of seeking peace when afraid of confrontation.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker is contemplating whether to seek a truce under Yudhishthira’s counsel, reflecting on how public perception might falter due to perceived cowardice in the face of battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता यह विचार करता है कि क्या युधिष्ठिर की सलाह पर शांति की कोशिश करना उचित होगा, जब कि युद्ध में भाग लेने से डर को पराजय के रूप में देखा जा सकता है।

Commentary

Context

In the grand narrative of Mahabharata, confronting fear and legacy is a pivotal concern for warriors and nobles.

Meaning

This conveys the internal battle of maintaining honor versus fear of societal judgment during wartime.

Application

We learn the importance of courage in decision-making, even at the risk of being misunderstood or judged in our endeavors.