Mahabharata Drona Parva – तस्माद अनर्हम अश्लीलम अप्रियं दरौणिम उक्तवान

Shloka (श्लोक)
तस्माद अनर्हम अश्लीलम अप्रियं दरौणिम उक्तवान
मान्यम आचार्य तनयं रूक्षं कापुरुषॊ यथा
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka describes a strong reprimand addressed to Drona’s son, expressing disdain at his conduct.
Translations
English Translation
This verse conveys a moment where the speaker criticizes Dronacharya’s son, Ashwatthama, for his actions that were deemed unworthy and unmanly, indicating a loss of respect for someone who should embody nobility.
हिंदी अनुवाद
ये श्लोक द्रोणाचार्य के पुत्र अश्वत्थामा की आलोचना करते हैं, यह बताते हुए कि उसकी अवांछनीय और अश्लील गतिविधियों से न केवल सम्मान कम हो गया है, बल्कि वह एक योग्य योद्धा की गरिमा को भी धूमिल कर रहा है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka occurs in the Drona Parva, underscoring the ethical dilemmas faced during the Kurukshetra war, particularly regarding the behavior of warriors.
Meaning
The statement criticizes the degradation of ethical standards in war, urging warriors to maintain honor and respect, especially in dire situations.
Application
It serves as a powerful reminder in modern contexts that maintaining ethics and respect is crucial, even in difficult times and challenging battles of life.
