Mahabharata

Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 10173

Shloka (श्लोक)

तथा सत्रियं वै यॊ हन्ति वृद्धं बालं तथैव च
विरथं विप्रकीर्णं च भग्नशस्स्त्रायुधं तथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka condemns those who harm the weak or vulnerable individuals in society.

📖 Translations

English Translation

One who harms women, the elderly, the children, and the defenseless, is equally disdainful and unworthy of respect, similar to someone attacking a warrior with broken weapons.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो व्यक्ति महिलाओं, बुजुर्गों, बच्चों और निर्बलों को हानि पहुँचाता है, वह उतना ही निन्दनीय और अयोग्य है जितना कि कोई वह व्यक्ति जो टूटे हुए शस्त्रों से योद्धा पर हमला करता है।

🔍 Commentary

📜 Context

This verse addresses the ethical dilemmas faced by warriors, emphasizing the sanctity of protecting the vulnerable in a warrior’s dharma.

🧘 Meaning

It illustrates the importance of compassion toward the weak, reinforcing the ideal of a true warrior’s conduct.

🌟 Application

In our society, this calls for respect and protection of the marginalized, reminding us to stand against oppression and violence.

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