Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अलं युद्धेन राजेन्द्र सुहृदां शृणु कारणम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अलं युद्धेन राजेन्द्र सुहृदां शृणु कारणम
धरुवं विनाशॊ युद्धे हि क्षत्रियाणां परदृश्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

Conflict has definitive reasons, particularly evident in battles among warriors.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes that conflicts arise from specific reasons. In the context of battle, these reasons for destruction are particularly notable among the Kshatriyas, who are the warrior class. The pursuit of victory is central to their identity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर जोर देता है कि संघर्ष का विशिष्ट कारण होता है। युद्ध के संदर्भ में, धन और मंशा के कारणों की पहचान खासतौर पर क्षत्रियों के बीच की जाती है, जो कि योद्धा वर्ग हैं। विजय का प्रयास उनके अस्तित्व का केंद्रीय हिस्सा है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Udyoga Parva, a section focused on the buildup to the Kurukshetra war. It sets the stage for understanding the motivations behind conflict.

Meaning

It highlights the inevitability of battles followed by the typical motivations that drive warriors, making it clear that destruction is an inherent part of warfare.

Application

Understanding these reasons can aid leaders in preventing conflict by addressing underlying tensions before they escalate into warfare.