Mahabharata Drona Parva – शपे ऽहं कृष्ण चरणैर इष्टापूर्तेन चैव ह

Shloka (श्लोक)

शपे ऽहं कृष्ण चरणैर इष्टापूर्तेन चैव ह
यदि तवां ससुतं पापं न हन्यां युधि रॊषितः
अपयास्यसि चेत तयक्त्वा ततॊ मुक्तॊ भविष्यसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse is a pledge made by a character to Krishna regarding the consequences of failing to defeat a foe.

Translations

English Translation

I swear by Krishna’s feet and the offerings, if I do not kill you along with your sons in anger during battle, then I shall surely perish and be liberated.

हिंदी अनुवाद

मैं कृष्ण के चरणों और भेंटों की शपथ लेता हूँ, यदि मैं तुम और तुम्हारे बेटों को युद्ध में क्रोध के साथ नहीं मारूंगा, तो मैं निश्चित रूप से नष्ट हो जाऊँगा और मुक्ति प्राप्त करूंगा।

Commentary

Context

This passionate declaration illustrates the fierce resolve of warriors to fulfill their vows even under pressure during the Drona Parva.

Meaning

The verse highlights the concept of oaths in the context of battle, showing the moral dilemmas faced by warriors.

Application

This reminds us of the importance of commitments and promises in our lives, and the lengths we may need to go to uphold them.