Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दत्त्वा शरीरं करव्याद्भ्यॊ रणाग्नौ दविज हेतुकम

Shloka (श्लोक)

दत्त्वा शरीरं करव्याद्भ्यॊ रणाग्नौ दविज हेतुकम
हुत्वा पराणान परमॊक्षस ते नान्यथा मॊक्षम अर्हसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the ultimate sacrifices that might be necessary to attain liberation in the face of life-threatening challenges.

Translations

English Translation

By offering one’s own body and life in the battle against adversaries for righteous purposes, one can achieve the highest liberation; otherwise, such liberation is unattainable, highlighting the gravity of life’s choices.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपने शरीर और जीवन को धार्मिक उद्देश्यों के लिए शत्रुओं के खिलाफ लड़ाई में देने से उच्चतम मोक्ष प्राप्त किया जा सकता है; अन्यथा, ऐसा मोक्ष प्राप्त करना असंभव है, जो जीवन के चुनावों की गंभीरता को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated within a discourse on sacrifice and the significance of actions during warfare, emphasizing moral and ethical dilemmas faced in conflict.

Meaning

The message reflects on the high stakes involved in spiritual realization through sacrifice; it implies that nobility in action can lead to salvation even in adversity.

Application

In modern scenarios, this verse suggests that selfless acts and sacrifices for the greater good can lead to personal growth and liberation, motivating us to act for others.