Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दुर्यॊधनार्थे शकुनिर दयूते निर्जितवान पुरा

Shloka (श्लोक)

दुर्यॊधनार्थे शकुनिर दयूते निर्जितवान पुरा
समयेन गतॊ ऽरण्यं पाण्डुपुत्रॊ युधिष्ठिरः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Yudhishthira overcame Shakuni in gambling and retreated to the forest.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka recounts a significant event where Yudhishthira triumphs over Shakuni in a fateful game of dice, which propels him and thePandavas into exile. It emphasizes the strategic depth of gamesmanship and the role of destiny in shaping one’s path forward.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक महत्वपूर्ण घटना का वर्णन करता है जहाँ युधिष्ठिर ने एक दुखद जुए की खेल में शकुनि को मात दी, जो उसे और पाण्डवों को वनवास में भेजता है। यह खेल की रणनीतिक गहराई और भाग्य की भूमिका को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This narrative falls within the context of the Udyoga Parva, framing the consequences of gambling, a recurring theme in the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It illuminates the consequences of choices made during moments of temptation and the cyclical nature of fortune and misfortune.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder to remain vigilant about decisions made in essential moments, as they can lead to profound life changes.