Mahabharata Drona Parva – इमां तु रजनीं पराप्ताम अप्रभातां सुदुर्मते

Shloka (श्लोक)

इमां तु रजनीं पराप्ताम अप्रभातां सुदुर्मते
निहत्य पितरं ते ऽदय ततस तवाम अपि संयुगे
नेष्यामि मृत्युलॊकायेत्य एवं मे मनसि सथितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses a determination to take revenge for the death of a father in battle.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker declares that they have reached a difficult night and vow to kill their father today in battle, indicating a resolve that they will also reach the world of death thereafter. It reflects a deep commitment to honor and vengeance.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक ऐसे व्यक्ति की दृढ़ता को दर्शाता है जो कहता है कि वह अपनी पिता की हत्या के बदले में लड़ाई में भाग लेगा। वह अपने मन में यह तय करता है कि वह मृत्युलोक जाएगा, जो उसके लिए अद्भुत साबित होगा।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Drona Parva, highlighting themes of valor and revenge amidst the chaos of war.

Meaning

In this context, it reflects the internal conflict of pursuing duty versus personal loss and the intense emotions involved in warfare.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder of the lengths to which individuals may go in pursuit of loyalty and honor, even at the cost of their own lives.