Mahabharata Drona Parva – दुर्लभं जीवितं मन्ये कौरव्यस्य किरीटिना

Shloka (श्लोक)

दुर्लभं जीवितं मन्ये कौरव्यस्य किरीटिना
युध्यमानस्य पार्थेन शार्दूलेनेव हस्तिनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

I consider the life of the Kauravas to be rare when taken by the claws of Arjuna, the lion.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights how precious the lives of the Kauravas are, especially as they are threatened by Arjuna, who is likened to a lion attacking its prey.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह दर्शाता है कि कौरवों का जीवन कितना अनमोल है, विशेष रूप से जब यह अर्जुन, जो एक शेर के समान है, द्वारा निकटतम है।

Commentary

Context

Originating from Drona Parva, this verse emphasizes the value of life amidst the brutalities of war.

Meaning

The meaning illustrates the high stakes involved in warfare, where lives are on the line and highlight value amidst violence.

Application

This shloka teaches us to recognize the sanctity of life, even in times of conflict, reminding us of the cost of war.