Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शेषे हि बलम आसाद्य न शेषम अवषेषयेत

Shloka (श्लोक)
शेषे हि बलम आसाद्य न शेषम अवषेषयेत
सर्वॊच्छेदे च यतते वैरस्यान्त विधित्सया
⚡ Quick Meaning
After one gains strength, one should ensure that nothing remains of the opposition.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka emphasizes the need for complete dominance over an adversary after gaining strength. It suggests that those who seek to eradicate their enemies must ensure absolute obliteration, leaving no trace of threat behind, aligning with a relentless pursuit of victory.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि एक बार शक्ति प्राप्त करने के बाद, शत्रु का कोई अंश नहीं बचना चाहिए। यह इस बात का सुझाव देता है कि जो अपनी दुश्मनों को खत्म करने की कोशिश करते हैं, उन्हें पूर्ण विनाश सुनिश्चित करना चाहिए, पीछे खतरे का कोई अंश न छोड़ते हुए।
Commentary
Context
In the Udyoga Parva, this shloka reflects the strategic mindset prevalent among warriors preparing for battle. It offers insight into the aggressive philosophies driving conflict in the Mahabharata.
Meaning
The message underlines the ethos of ensuring not just victory but the absence of future threats. It implies that a warrior must act decisively to secure peace after conflict by preventing any resurgence of opposition.
Application
In modern contexts, this shloka encourages us to not just defeat our challenges but to eliminate future possibilities of recurrence, whether in personal battles or competitions, advocating for thorough resolutions.
