Mahabharata Drona Parva – कथं परायॊपविष्टाय पार्थेन छिन्नबाहवे

Shloka (श्लोक)
कथं परायॊपविष्टाय पार्थेन छिन्नबाहवे
नृशंसं पतनीयं च तादृशं कृतवान असि
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka questions the cruelty of attacking a wounded Arjuna, portraying it as an act of cowardice.
Translations
English Translation
The verse condemns the act of striking down a wounded Arjuna, painting it as a brutal and cowardly action. It reflects on the ethical boundaries that should not be crossed in warfare.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक घायल अर्जुन पर हमले की निंदा करता है, जिसे एक क्रूर और कायरतापूर्ण कार्य के रूप में चित्रित करता है। यह युद्ध में पारित नहीं होने वाली नैतिक सीमाओं पर प्रकाश डालता है।
Commentary
Context
Set in the Drona Parva, this shloka addresses the moral implications of combat during the Kurukshetra war.
Meaning
It signifies that true bravery lies not in exploiting weaknesses but in maintaining honor on the battlefield.
Application
This serves as a reminder to uphold dignity and fairness in all forms of competition and conflict.
