Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – मम वा मन्दभाग्यत्वान मन्दस ते विक्रमॊ युधि

Shloka (श्लोक)

मम वा मन्दभाग्यत्वान मन्दस ते विक्रमॊ युधि
धर्मराज परियार्थं वा दरौपद्या वा न विद्म तत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks about the uncertainty of outcomes in warfare.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker contemplates whether it is their misfortune or Arjuna’s inadequacies in battle that lead to adverse results, while also questioning the true intentions regarding Dharma and Draupadi.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता यह सोचता है कि यह उनकी दुर्भाग्यता है या अर्जुन की क्षमताओं की कमी है जो युद्ध में खाली हाथ लौटने का कारण बनती है, धर्म और द्रौपदी के संदर्भ में सही इरादों के बारे में भी पूछता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse emerges in the context of strategic discussions during the ongoing Kurukshetra war.

Meaning

This shloka articulates the doubts faced when the consequences of one’s efforts lead to unexpected defeats.

Application

It conveys the essence of reflecting on one’s struggles and assessing the motivations behind them, particularly in challenging situations.