Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यत्राबलॊ वध्यमानस तरातारं नाधिगच्छति

Shloka (श्लोक)

यत्राबलॊ वध्यमानस तरातारं नाधिगच्छति
महान दैवकृतस तत्र दण्डः पतति दारुणः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Weakness does not safeguard against the harsh realities of fate.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka explains that when the weak are oppressed, divine justice does not let them escape the harsh reality they face. Severe punishments are meted out to the wrongdoers, signifying a universal law of retribution that exists beyond human control.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जब कमजोरों का दमन किया जाता है, तो दैविक न्याय उन्हें बचाने की अनुमति नहीं देता। दंड अत्यंत गंभीर होता है, जो दर्शाता है कि प्रतिशोध का एक सार्वभौमिक कानून है, जो मानव नियंत्रण से परे है।

Commentary

Context

This verse draws attention to the divine consequences of injustice, reminding us of the importance of fairness and protection for the weak.

Meaning

It teaches the reality that even the powerless have a moral protection through divine justice, highlighting accountability for injustice.

Application

The shloka encourages advocacy for the weak, promoting righteous behavior and divine accountability in human affairs.