Mahabharata Shalya Parva – दहने हि कृतॊ यत्नस तवयास्मासु विशेषतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

दहने हि कृतॊ यत्नस तवयास्मासु विशेषतः
आशीविषैर विषैश चापि जले चापि परवेशनैः
तवया विनिकृता राजन राज्यस्य हरणेन च

⚡ Quick Meaning

Your persistence in employing tricks and deceit amidst battle has led to a specific harm, likened to venomous serpents delivered in waters.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka critiques the use of deceitful tactics in warfare, noting such actions can be likened to the threat of a deadly serpent. It warns of the consequences of resorting to trickery, ultimately affecting one’s honor and status.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध में धोखाधड़ी और कपट के उपायों की आलोचना करता है, यह बताता है कि ऐसे कार्य विष निषेचन कर देने वाले सांपों के खतरे के समान हो सकते हैं। यह धोखाधड़ी के प्रकोपों की चेतावनी देता है, जो अंततः व्यक्ति की प्रतिष्ठा और स्थिति को प्रभावित कर सकते हैं।

Commentary

Context

Part of the Shalya Parva, this verse emphasizes that maintaining honor is integral to the warrior’s code, and deception undermines that.

Meaning

It suggests that employing deceit may grant short-term gains, but at the cost of long-term consequences that tarnish reputation.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder to adhere to principles of integrity, especially when facing adversities, to maintain one’s dignity and respect.