Mahabharata Shalya Parva – एवम अन्यॊन्यम आयस्ता यॊधा जघ्नुर महामृधे

Shloka (श्लोक)

एवम अन्यॊन्यम आयस्ता यॊधा जघ्नुर महामृधे
पितॄन भरातॄन वयस्यांश च पुत्रान अपि तथापरे

⚡ Quick Meaning

The warriors fought valiantly against each other, slaying one another, including their fathers and sons.

Translations

English Translation

This verse conveys the tragic reality of battle, where warriors engage in fierce combat, killing their own kin. It highlights the moral conflict faced by soldiers as they turn against their family members in the intensity of war.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध की दुखद वास्तविकता को प्रस्तुत करता है, जिसमें योद्धा एक दूसरे के खिलाफ समान रूप से लड़ते हैं, अपने ही परिवार के सदस्यों को मारते हैं। यह युद्ध की तीव्रता में सैनिकों द्वारा अनुभव की जाने वाली नैतिक दुविधा को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This excerpt is from the Shalya Parva, depicting the gruesome nature of the battlefield, emphasizing familial bonds shattered by war.

Meaning

The shloka reflects on the deep tragedy inherent in conflict, where personal relationships are destroyed in the quest for victory.

Application

It serves as a poignant reminder of the consequences of war and the importance of peace and understanding among loved ones.