Mahabharata Vana Parva – पापः कषत्रिय धर्मॊ ऽयं वयं च कषत्रबान्धवाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पापः कषत्रिय धर्मॊ ऽयं वयं च कषत्रबान्धवाः
स नः सवधर्मॊ ऽधर्मॊ वा वृत्तिर अन्या विगर्हिता

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the moral dilemmas faced by warriors regarding their dharma and the sins associated with their duty.

Translations

English Translation

It addresses the contradictions in the duties of warriors, contemplating whether their actions adhere to righteousness or embody sin, questioning the essence of their dharma.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह योद्धाओं के सामने आने वाले नैतिक दुविधाओं का उल्लेख करता है, यह सोचते हुए कि क्या उनके कार्य धर्म के अनुसार हैं या पाप का रूप धारण करते हैं, और उनके धर्म की मूल भावना पर सवाल उठाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is part of a larger discourse on duty and morality within the warrior class, highlighting the challenges they face.

Meaning

It underscores the frequent conflicts between personal ethics and societal expectations for warriors caught in situations that might demand wrongful actions.

Application

This shloka encourages individuals to reflect on their personal obligations and the ethical ramifications of their decisions in the face of complex societal pressures.