Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स कषिप्रं वधम अन्विच्छन्न आत्मनॊ ऽभिमुखं रणे
Shloka (श्लोक)
स कषिप्रं वधम अन्विच्छन्न आत्मनॊ ऽभिमुखं रणे
न हन्यां मानवश्रेष्ठान संग्रामे ऽभिमुखान इति
⚡ Quick Meaning
Seeking swift victory, the chief warrior never harmed those he faced directly.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka encapsulates the dilemma of a warrior who, despite wishing for quick success, refrained from harming those he respected on the battlefield. It raises profound questions about ethics in combat and the nature of honor among warriors.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक उस योद्धा की दुविधा को समेटता है जो, त्वरित सफलता की इच्छा के बावजूद, युद्ध के मैदान पर उन लोगों को नुकसान नहीं पहुँचाने से कतराता है, जिनकी वह इज्जत करता है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka serves as a thoughtful meditation on the moral complexities of conflict and the values upheld by noble warriors.
Meaning
It exemplifies the internal conflict between ambition and respect for one’s opponents, illustrating the struggles faced by warriors.
Application
It encourages consideration of the ethical dimensions of our pursuits, promoting the value of respect and integrity even amid competition.
