Mahabharata Drona Parva – सप्तावरे तथा पूर्वे बान्धवास ते निपातिताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सप्तावरे तथा पूर्वे बान्धवास ते निपातिताः
यशसा च परित्यक्तास तवां पराप्य कुलपांसनम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses the lamentation over the fallen warriors from the family due to the circumstances of war.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka refers to the warriors who fell in battle, highlighting their glory and the tragic consequences of war that have led to their demise, regardless of their noble lineage.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध में गिरे योद्धाओं के बारे में है, जो उनके महिमा को उजागर करते हुए और युद्ध के परिणामों को दर्शाते हैं, जिसने उनकी महानता को अनदेखा किया है।

Commentary

Context

The verse appears in the Drona Parva during a discussion about the family ties and the fatalities experienced by noble warriors.

Meaning

This shloka signifies the sorrowful reflection on the inevitable loss faced in great battles despite personal valor and strong bonds.

Application

It serves as a reminder of the high cost of conflict and may inspire reflection on the importance of peace and unity over war.