Mahabharata Vana Parva – न तव एतान युध्यमानां वै हनिष्यामि कथं चन

Shloka (श्लोक)

न तव एतान युध्यमानां वै हनिष्यामि कथं चन
तथैतान पातयिष्यामि यथा यास्यन्ति न कषयम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The speaker asserts that even in battle, causing destruction is not one’s intent.

Translations

English Translation

Even though they are engaged in battle, I shall not kill them; instead, I will ensure that they fall without loss of life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

हालांकि वे युद्ध में लगे हैं, मैं उन्हें नहीं मारूँगा; बल्कि, मैं यह सुनिश्चित करूंगा कि वे बिना किसी जीवन की हानि के गिरें।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the moral dilemmas faced in warfare, characteristic of the conflicts in the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It speaks to the ethics of battle and the importance of protecting life even in conflict.

Application

This principle emphasizes compassion and ethical considerations in competitive situations.