Mahabharata Drona Parva – तम अधर्मेण धर्मिष्ठं धृष्टद्युम्नेन संजय

Shloka (श्लोक)

तम अधर्मेण धर्मिष्ठं धृष्टद्युम्नेन संजय
शरुत्वा निहतम आचार्यम अश्वत्थामा किम अब्रवीत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects the moral conflict between duty and adharma, highlighting the actions of characters in battle.

Translations

English Translation

The verse recounts the moment of Dhritadyumna defeating his teacher Drona, and Aswatthama’s reaction, questioning the righteousness of such an act amidst the chaos.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक धृष्टद्युम्न द्वारा अपने गुरु द्रोण के पराजित होने के क्षण को दर्शाता है, और अश्वत्थामा की प्रतिक्रिया को दर्शाता है, जो इस कार्य की धर्मिता पर सवाल उठाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set in the Drona Parva, highlighting the moral dilemmas warriors face when duty clashes with ethicality during the epic battle of Kurukshetra.

Meaning

It signifies the inner conflict of a warrior between his duties and adherence to dharma, showcasing the complexities of war.

Application

It serves as a reminder of the ethical challenges faced in leadership and significantly reminds us to adhere to righteousness even in tough decisions.