Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पर्यस्तेयं पृथिवी कालपक्वा; दुर्यॊधनार्थे पाण्डवान यॊद्धुकामाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पर्यस्तेयं पृथिवी कालपक्वा; दुर्यॊधनार्थे पाण्डवान यॊद्धुकामाः
समागताः सर्वयॊधाः पृथिव्यां; राजानश च कषितिपालैः समेताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Earth is ready for battle as all warriors gather, motivated by Duryodhana’s ambitions.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes the battlefield of Kurukshetra as readied for war, with warriors from both sides, fueled by Duryodhana’s ambitions, gathering for the epic confrontation. It indicates a time of reckoning and preparation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कुरुक्षेत्र के युद्धक्षेत्र को तैयार दिखाता है, जिसमें दोनों पक्षों के योद्धा, दुर्योधन की महत्त्वाकांक्षा से प्रेरित होकर, महाकुश्ती के लिए एकत्र हो रहे हैं। यह एक निवारण और तैयारी का समय दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

The setting of this verse is pivotal, as it marks the mobilization of both the Kauravas and the Pandavas for the impending war at Kurukshetra.

Meaning

This passage emphasizes the inevitability of conflict brought upon by unchecked ambition, serving as a backdrop for the dramatic events that follow.

Application

We learn the importance of considering the implications of ambition; unchecked desires can lead to significant conflicts, both personally and socially.