Mahabharata Vana Parva – सॊ ऽबरवीत सुहृदश चापि पार्श्वस्थान नृपसत्तमः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सॊ ऽबरवीत सुहृदश चापि पार्श्वस्थान नृपसत्तमः
कदा तु तं करतुवरं राजसूयं महाधनम
निहत्य पाण्डवान सर्वान आहरिष्यामि कौरवाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The noble one spoke to his close friend, expressing that he would, upon eliminating the Pandavas, accomplish the grand and wealthy Rajasuya sacrifice.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka presents a thoughtful insight into the ambition and strategy of a noble king who envisions executing the grand Rajasuya after eliminating his rivals, showcasing ambition intertwined with the desire for glory.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक महान राजा की महत्वाकांक्षा को व्यक्त करता है, जो अपने प्रतिद्वंद्वियों को समाप्त करके राजसूय यज्ञ को संपन्न करने की योजना बनाता है, जिसमें गौरव की चाह होती है।

Commentary

Context

This reflects the Kauravas’ plotting and the often dark motivations behind significant ceremonial endeavors.

Meaning

The ambition expressed here highlights the weightage of success intertwined with the idea of sacrifice and competitiveness prevalent in royal dynamics.

Application

This shloka warns of the consequences of unchecked ambition that can lead to ruthless eliminations of rivals for personal glory.