Mahabharata Vana Parva – यद एतत कथितं राज्ञा धर्म एष सनातनः
Shloka (श्लोक)
यद एतत कथितं राज्ञा धर्म एष सनातनः
यथा तु युद्धम एव सयात तथा कार्यम अरिंदम
⚡ Quick Meaning
This speaks of the eternal nature of Dharma and the necessity of action in war.
Translations
English Translation
When the king declares that Dharma is eternal, it highlights the importance of righteousness in all actions, particularly during times of war, emphasizing that these duties must be fulfilled for the greater good.
हिंदी अनुवाद
जब राजा यह घोषणा करता है कि धर्म शाश्वत है, तो यह सभी कार्यों में धर्म की महत्ता, विशेष रूप से युद्ध के समय में, को उजागर करता है, यह दर्शाते हुए कि इन कर्तव्यों को भलाई के लिए निभाना चाहिए।
Commentary
Context
This verse is spoken in the context of preparing for battle, where the principles of Dharma are emphasized as guiding forces.
Meaning
The shloka emphasizes that engaging in righteous action is a fundamental duty of all warriors during conflicts, reinforcing the importance of moral principles.
Application
In modern-day life, this could be interpreted as a reminder to adhere to ethical standards in challenging situations.
