Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सॊ ऽजिघांसुर गुरुं संख्ये गुरॊस तनयम एव च

Shloka (श्लोक)

सॊ ऽजिघांसुर गुरुं संख्ये गुरॊस तनयम एव च
चकाराचार्यकं तत्र कुन्तीपुत्रॊ धनंजयः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reveals how Arjuna aimed to take down his revered teacher, Dronacharya, during battle.

Translations

English Translation

In this moment of intense conflict, Arjuna, driven by duty and fate, directed his arrows towards his teacher Dronacharya, representing the complexity of roles in war where personal and professional lines blur.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस तीव्र संघर्ष के क्षण में, अर्जुन, जो अपने कर्तव्य और भाग्य से प्रेरित थे, ने अपने गुरु द्रोणाचार्य की ओर बाण चलाए, जो युद्ध में व्यक्तिगत और पेशेवर सीमाओं के धुंधले होने का प्रतीक है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka occurs at a climactic moment in the Mahabharata, emphasizing the complex emotional landscape of the characters embroiled in war.

Meaning

It highlights the inevitable conflict between personal loyalties and professional duties during significant moments.

Application

This urges contemplation on our own dilemmas, reminding us of the difficult decisions we face when personal beliefs collide with responsibilities.