Mahabharata Ashramavasika Parva – हतं पुत्रशतं शूरं संग्रामेष्व अपलायिनम
Shloka (श्लोक)
हतं पुत्रशतं शूरं संग्रामेष्व अपलायिनम
नानुतप्यामि तच चाहं कषत्रधर्मं हि तं विदुः
इत्य उक्त्वा धर्मराजानम अभ्यभाषत कौरवः
⚡ Quick Meaning
The Kaurava expresses his inability to mourn a hero who died in battle.
Translations
English Translation
The Kaurava states that he does not regret the death of a hundred brave sons who died valiantly in warfare, for to him, upholding Kshatriya dharma is of utmost importance, as he speaks this to Yudhishthira.
हिंदी अनुवाद
कौरव कहते हैं कि वह उन शूरवीरों के मरने का कोई दुःख नहीं मानते जो युद्ध में वीरता से मारे गए। उनके लिए कषत्रिय धर्म का पालन सबसे महत्वपूर्ण है। उन्होंने यह बात युधिष्ठिर से कही है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka appears in the Ashramavasika Parva, highlighting the dialogues during the aftermath of battle.
Meaning
The verse reflects the Kaurava’s belief in Kshatriya duty over emotional attachments, indicating a stoic attitude towards loss in battle.
Application
This teaches us about the importance of duty and courage, encouraging individuals to focus on their responsibilities even in challenging circumstances.
