Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – इत्य उक्ते तस्य ते दासाः शूलमुद्गर पाणयः

Shloka (श्लोक)

इत्य उक्ते तस्य ते दासाः शूलमुद्गर पाणयः
छित्त्वा तं खण्डशः पापं दस्युभ्यः परददुस तदा

⚡ Quick Meaning

The servants of the demon king resolved to carry out the execution of the boy, dividing him among themselves.

Translations

English Translation

Upon hearing their king, the demon servants took matters into their own hands, executing the boy by cutting him into pieces and sharing him among themselves as a gruesome reward.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपने राजा की बात सुनकर, राक्षसी दासों ने खुद निर्णय लिया, लड़के का कत्ल कर उसे टुकड़ों में काटते हुए एक भयानक इनाम के रूप में आपस में बांट लिया।

Commentary

Context

This chilling conclusion highlights the extremes of cruelty that can ensue from unchecked authority.

Meaning

The actions predicated by their king illuminate the impact of leadership on moral depravity and destruction.

Application

It serves as a stark reminder of the potential for violence in the absence of justice and compassion in leadership.