Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यॊ नः पुरा षण्ढतिलान अवॊचत; सभामध्ये पार्थिवानां समक्षम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यॊ नः पुरा षण्ढतिलान अवॊचत; सभामध्ये पार्थिवानां समक्षम
स दुर्मतिः कच्च चिद उपेत्य संख्ये; तवया हतः सूतपुत्रॊ ऽतयमर्षी

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka raises doubts over the abilities of an adversary who once boasted amidst peers.

Translations

English Translation

The one who formerly accused us in the assembly of rulers, was he not indeed, the wretched one—put to challenge today? Is it possible that you, beloved of the son of a charioteer, have overcome him?

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो पहले सभा में सामन्तों के सामने हमें अपमानित करता था, क्या वह आज चुनौती में हार नहीं गया? क्या यह संभव है कि तुम, जो सूत पुत्र के प्रिय हो, उसे पराजित कर चुके हो?

Commentary

Context

This verse encapsulates the irony of pride in battle where past affronts can lead to present doubts.

Meaning

It articulates the transformation from arrogance to humility as the warrior faces the consequences of their actions.

Application

This serves as a reminder that one’s words and actions can lead to repercussions, and humility is a powerful virtue in challenging times.