Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – नाश्वेन रथिनं यायाद उदियाद रथिनं रथी

Shloka (श्लोक)

नाश्वेन रथिनं यायाद उदियाद रथिनं रथी
वयसने न परहर्तव्यं न भीताय जिताय च

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates the care required in warfare regarding how to handle situations against charioteers.

Translations

English Translation

One should not attack a charioteer who is already in distress; rather, the charioteer should be defended, demonstrating that protectiveness supersedes aggression.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक ऐसा चारीटर जो पहले से ही संकट में है, उस पर आक्रमण नहीं किया जाना चाहिए; बल्कि, चारीटर की रक्षा की जानी चाहिए, यह दिखाते हुए कि सुरक्षा आक्रमण से महत्वपूर्ण है।

Commentary

Context

It highlights the ethics involved in engaging enemies who are unprepared or overwhelmed in battle situations.

Meaning

This advocates for compassion and protective instincts, suggesting that moral considerations should prevail in conflicts.

Application

These principles serve as a reminder to uphold ethical standards, recognizing the humanity in adversaries during conflicts.