Mahabharata Shalya Parva – दुर्यॊधनॊ हतॊ राजन यथॊक्तं पाण्डवेन च

Shloka (श्लोक)

दुर्यॊधनॊ हतॊ राजन यथॊक्तं पाण्डवेन च
भग्नसक्थॊ महाराज शेते पांसुषु रूषितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Duryodhana has been killed, lying on the battlefield, as foretold by the Pandavas.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka recounts the death of Duryodhana, a key figure in the Mahabharata, lying wounded on the battlefield as predicted by the Pandavas. It signifies not just his physical defeat, but the culmination of the struggles that he had embarked upon in opposition to the Pandavas.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दुर्योधन की मृत्यु का वर्णन करता है, जो युद्धभूमि पर घायल पड़ा है, जैसा कि पाण्डवों द्वारा पहले ही भविष्यवाणी की गई थी। यह न केवल उनकी शारीरिक हार को दर्शाता है, बल्कि उनके द्वारा पाण्डवों के खिलाफ की गई संघर्षों के समापन का प्रतीक भी है।

Commentary

Context

In this shloka from the Shalya Parva, the capture of Duryodhana symbolizes the conclusion of long-standing rivalries and tensions in the epic narrative.

Meaning

Duryodhana’s defeat represents the ultimate downfall of adharma (unrighteousness) and shows the harsh realities faced by those who choose the path of anger and jealousy.

Application

This can teach us about the consequences of pride and enmity, reminding us that unchecked ambition can lead to tragic outcomes.