Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – राज्याद विनिकृतॊ ऽसमाभिः कथं सॊ ऽसमासु विश्वसेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

राज्याद विनिकृतॊ ऽसमाभिः कथं सॊ ऽसमासु विश्वसेत
अक्षद्यूते च नृषपतिर जितॊ ऽसमाभिर महाधनः
स कथं मम वाक्यानि शरद्दध्याद भूय एव तु

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys a sense of disbelief and concern regarding trust and outcomes in a noble context.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker questions how a king, who has been defeated by us, can still trust in our dealings. Even in the game of dice, he was overcome by our wealth. How can he still give weight to my words, especially after so much doubt?

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्त्ता यह सवाल उठाता है कि एक राजा, जो हमसे पराजित हुआ है, कैसे हमारी बातों में विश्वास कर सकता है। यहाँ तक कि पासे के खेल में भी वह हमारी धन-सम्पत्ति से पराजित हुआ था। वह कैसे अभी भी मेरे शब्दों को महत्व दे सकता है, खासकर इतनी शंका के बाद?

Commentary

Context

This shloka is presented in the context of uncertainty after a defeat, emphasizing the fragility of trust in relationships.

Meaning

The essence of the shloka revolves around the idea that past interactions heavily influence current perceptions and trustworthiness.

Application

In our lives, we frequently face situations where past actions affect present relationships. It’s essential to build trust consistently to ensure its strength in challenging times.