Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – अर्जुनस तु महाराज शिखण्डिनम अभाषत

Shloka (श्लोक)

अर्जुनस तु महाराज शिखण्डिनम अभाषत
अभित्वरस्व तवरितॊ जहि चैनं पितामहम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Arjuna addresses Shikhandi, urging him to quickly defeat Bhishma, their grandfather.

Translations

English Translation

In this shloka, Arjuna speaks to Maharaja Bhishma and advises Shikhandi to eliminate Bhishma. The urgency of the battlefield is emphasized, as he encourages his ally to act decisively against a formidable enemy who is also their grandfather.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में अर्जुन महाराज भीष्म से बात करते हैं और शिखंडी को भीष्म का नाश करने के लिए प्रेरित करते हैं। युद्ध क्षेत्र की तात्कालिकता को दर्शाते हुए, वह अपने सहयोगी को एक महान दुश्मन के खिलाफ निर्णायक कार्रवाई करने के लिए प्रोत्साहित करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse comes from the Bhishma Parva of the Mahabharata, where Arjuna prepares for battle against Bhishma, who has sworn to protect the Kauravas.

Meaning

This shloka highlights the internal dilemma of dharma as Arjuna seeks to overcome his familial bonds to fulfill his duty as a warrior.

Application

The message is relevant today, emphasizing the importance of making difficult choices when duty calls, even against loved ones.