Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न पार्थिवेषु सर्वेषु य इमे तव सैनिकाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न पार्थिवेषु सर्वेषु य इमे तव सैनिकाः
यत पापं यन न कल्याणं सर्वं तस्मिन परतिष्ठितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

All your soldiers are in the domain of earthly beings; whatever is sinful or not auspicious is present in them.

Translations

English Translation

This verse indicates that among your soldiers, none can be considered pure or virtuous. The presence of sin and unwholesomeness is all-encompassing, implying a call for reflection on the essence of one’s allies in battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में कहा गया है कि आपके सैनिकों में से कोई भी शुद्ध या धर्मात्मा नहीं है। पाप और अशुभता की उपस्थिति अत्याधुनिक है, जो युद्ध में साथियों की वास्तविकता पर विचार करने की आवश्यकता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is spoken during a climactic moment in Udyoga Parva, emphasizing the chaos and moral questions plaguing the battlefield environment.

Meaning

It reflects the complexity of war, where even those allied are often entangled with malice and dishonor, urging warriors to seek clarity in their actions.

Application

Today, this can remind us to choose our allegiances wisely and to be aware of the moral implications of our associations and battles.