Mahabharata Drona Parva – जानन्तस तस्य कर्माणि कुरवः सव्यसाचिनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

जानन्तस तस्य कर्माणि कुरवः सव्यसाचिनः
कथं तत किल्बिषं कृत्वा निर्भया बरूहि मामकाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka questions the moral implications of actions taken by the Kurus in a competitive environment.

Translations

English Translation

This verse questions the very ethics of the Kurus, stating that despite knowing the actions of Savyasachi (Arjuna), how can they undertake actions that are blameworthy, challenging the righteousness of their strategies in battle?

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कुरवों के कार्यों के नैतिक पहलुओं पर सवाल उठाता है, stating कि जब वे सव्यसाचि (अर्जुन) के कार्यों को जानते हुए भी, कैसे वे ऐसा कार्य कर सकते हैं जो दोषारोपण योग्य है?

Commentary

Context

This dialogue in the Drona Parva engages with the ethical dilemmas faced during warfare, highlighting the moral complexities of battle decisions.

Meaning

The message raises awareness of the moral responsibilities that warriors carry, emphasizing the importance of righteousness in actions taken during conflict.

Application

This resonates in modern leadership and competitive environments, where ethical considerations must guide decisions and actions.