Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ते तथा वञ्चयित्वा तु धर्मपुत्रं युधिष्ठिरम

Shloka (श्लोक)

ते तथा वञ्चयित्वा तु धर्मपुत्रं युधिष्ठिरम
न कस्यां चिद अवस्थायां राज्यं दास्यन्ति वै सवयम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses a warning about deceit directed at Yudhishthira, the son of Dharma.

Translations

English Translation

They will indeed deceive Yudhishthira, the son of Dharma, and under no circumstances will they willingly offer him the kingdom. This reflects the manipulative tactics prevalent in the political landscape.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वे वास्तव में धर्मपुत्र युधिष्ठिर को धोखा देंगे, और किसी भी परिस्थिति में वे उसे राज्य नहीं देंगे। यह राजनीतिक परिदृश्य में प्रचलित चालाकी के उपायों को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse plays a vital role in illustrating the treachery faced by the Pandavas in the Udyoga Parva, where alliances are formed and broken.

Meaning

This shloka conveys the message of caution against trusting those who may not have honorable intentions.

Application

In our lives, we must remain vigilant and discerning of the motives of others, especially in competitive environments.