Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दुःखं पराणपरित्यागः पुरुषाणां महामृधे

Shloka (श्लोक)

दुःखं पराणपरित्यागः पुरुषाणां महामृधे
जानामि तत्त्वं धर्मज्ञ पराणत्यागं सुदुष्करम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Giving up life in a great battle brings immense sorrow.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka acknowledges the deep pain associated with sacrificing one’s life in battle. It reflects on the challenges and complexities of moral decisions in warfare and emphasizes the difficulty of relinquishing life, even for a righteous cause.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध में जान देने के साथ जुड़ी गहरी पीड़ा को स्वीकार करता है। यह युद्ध में नैतिक निर्णयों की जटिलताओं पर विचार करता है और यह भी बताता है कि जीवन को छोड़ना कितना कठिन होता है, भले ही वह धार्मिक कारणों के लिए हो।

Commentary

Context

This verse addresses the existential struggles faced by warriors as they confront the true cost of battle, balancing duty and mortality.

Meaning

It emphasizes the gravity of life sacrifices in defense of righteousness and the inner conflicts experienced by those involved.

Application

Understanding the weight of sacrifice enriches our approach to conflict resolution, urging us to seek alternatives that preserve life while upholding values of justice.