Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – लाङ्गूलचालनं कष्वेडः परतिरावॊ विवर्तनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

लाङ्गूलचालनं कष्वेडः परतिरावॊ विवर्तनम
दन्तदर्शनम आरावस ततॊ युद्धं परवर्तते

⚡ Quick Meaning

The sequence of events leads to the initiation of battle.

Translations

English Translation

The actions of revealing the weapons, along with the display of teeth, set off the war. This indicates how certain actions dynamically shift the atmosphere towards conflict.

हिंदी अनुवाद

हथियारों का प्रदर्शन और दाँतों का दिखावा युद्ध की शुरुआत करते हैं। यह इस बात का संकेत है कि कुछ क्रियाएँ संघर्ष के माहौल को सक्रिय कर देती हैं।

Commentary

Context

In the Udyoga Parva, the preparation for battle serves as a backdrop for deeper political and ethical discussions.

Meaning

This shloka reflects the inevitability of conflict arising from specific provocations in human behavior.

Application

Understanding how interactions escalate can help in managing conflicts in contemporary settings.