Mahabharata Shalya Parva – शल्यम अद्यॊद्धरिष्यामि तव पाण्डव हृच्छयम

Shloka (श्लोक)

शल्यम अद्यॊद्धरिष्यामि तव पाण्डव हृच्छयम
निहत्य गदया पापम इमं कुरु कुलाधमम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka portrays Bhima’s determination to eradicate the evil Shalya from the Pandava ranks using his mace.

Translations

English Translation

Today, I shall vanquish Shalya, the disgrace of the Kuru clan, using my mace. Bhima vows to rid the Pandavas of this evil presence, uplifting their honor and dignity on the battlefield.

हिंदी अनुवाद

आज मैं कुरु कुल के इस अपमान से पाण्डवों को मुक्त करूँगा, शल्य को अपने गदायुद्ध से पराजित करूँगा। भीम ने इस दुष्टता को समाप्त कर, युद्धभूमि पर अपने समाज की शान व गरिमा को ऊँचा उठाने की शपथ ली।

Commentary

Context

This verse conveys the urgency and determination felt by Bhima before a significant encounter with Shalya, depicted in Shalya Parva.

Meaning

It articulates the fierce response to personal and familial affronts, showing that vengeance can drive actions in critical moments.

Application

This teaches the importance of standing up against injustices and being resolute in defending one’s values and family honor.