Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स कथं कौरवे वंशे परशंसञ जन्म चात्मनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

स कथं कौरवे वंशे परशंसञ जन्म चात्मनः
युद्धाद भीतस ततस तॊयं परविश्य परतितिष्ठसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the worthiness of the Kaurava lineage considering the fear faced in battle.

Translations

English Translation

This verse questions how one can take pride in the Kaurava lineage while being afraid in battle, asking what meaning can be derived from such fear and hesitance in a crucial moment of conflict.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक पूछता है कि युध्द के समय डर का सामना करते हुए कौरव वंश में गर्व करना कैसा है, और ऐसे क्षण में डर और झिझक का क्या महत्व है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is a part of the discourse that highlights the struggles faced by warriors in battle, particularly during the Kurukshetra war.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka is an exploration of courage, lineage, and the psychological state of warriors amidst combat.

Application

It teaches us to reflect on our heritage and the expectations tied to it, especially when faced with challenges that test our mettle.