Mahabharata Shalya Parva – राज्ञश च धृतराष्ट्रस्य तथा तवम अपि चात्मनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

राज्ञश च धृतराष्ट्रस्य तथा तवम अपि चात्मनः
समर तद दुष्कृतं कर्म यद्वृत्तं वारणावते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse speaks of accountability in the face of one’s own deeds in a battle.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker emphasizes that both Dhritarashtra and the addressed share responsibility for the wrong actions committed during the war, pointing out the consequences of their actions as unavoidable.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि धृतराष्ट्र और जो भी संबोधित है वे युद्ध में किए गए गलत कार्यों के लिए जिम्मेदार हैं, उनके कार्यों के परिणाम अपरिहार्य हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is found in the Shalya Parva, reflecting on the implications of leadership and moral duties during a conflict.

Meaning

The essence emphasizes that leaders are equally culpable for the consequences of their decisions, especially in warfare.

Application

One can apply this teaching to modern leadership, understanding the weight of their decisions on others and striving for righteousness.