Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यच चाप्य अपश्यतॊपायं धर्मिष्ठं मधुसूदन

Shloka (श्लोक)

यच चाप्य अपश्यतॊपायं धर्मिष्ठं मधुसूदन
उपायेन नृशंसेन हृता दुर्द्यूत देविना

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the ability to see righteous paths and yet succumb to base actions.

Translations

English Translation

O Madhusudana, although I see a righteous solution, I am still inclined towards wicked actions, driven by the complexities of fate.

हिंदी अनुवाद

हे मधुसूदन, हालाँकि मैं एक धर्मिष्ठ समाधान देखता हूँ, फिर भी मैं दुष्ट कार्यों की ओर झुक जाता हूँ।

Commentary

Context

Set within the Udyoga Parva, this shloka encapsulates the struggle between righteousness and temptation.

Meaning

The struggle between knowing the right course of action and the allure of doing wrong is a universal dilemma.

Application

In our lives, we must strive to recognize the right path amidst temptations and pursue it diligently.