Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – हत्वा दशसहस्राणि कषत्रियाणां महात्मनाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

हत्वा दशसहस्राणि कषत्रियाणां महात्मनाम
संग्रामाद वयपयातव्यम एतत कर्म ममाह्निकम
इति तत कृतवांश चाहं यथॊक्तं भरतर्षभ

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka presents a warrior’s duty in battle.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker asserts the necessity of confronting and vanquishing thousands of warriors in battle, emphasizing the gravity of their actions as part of their daily duty, thus upholding the traditions of valor and righteousness in the Kshatriya lineage.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक योद्धा के युद्ध में कर्तव्य को प्रस्तुत करता है। वक्ता हजारों योद्धाओं का सामना करने और उन्हें हराने की आवश्यकता को स्पष्ट करते हुए अपने कार्यों को दिनचर्या का आवश्यक हिस्सा मानते हैं।

Commentary

Context

In the Bhishma Parva, this shloka occurs during the discourse of duties pertaining to warriors, highlighting the expectations of bravery.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka lies in the emphasis of a warrior’s inherent duty to engage in battle and protect dharma.

Application

This principle can be applied in modern contexts of facing challenges courageously and fulfilling one’s responsibilities.