Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कषत्रधर्मः पुरा दृष्टॊ यस तु देवैर महात्मभिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कषत्रधर्मः पुरा दृष्टॊ यस तु देवैर महात्मभिः
तं तवं सात्वत संत्यज्य दस्यु धर्मे कथं रतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The principle of Kshatriya dharma is ancient; how can you, having abandoned it, be committed to the ways of the unrighteous?

Translations

English Translation

This shloka questions the very essence of Kshatriya dharma, emphasizing its age-old significance. It challenges the abandonment of righteous principles and reflects the internal conflict faced by a warrior.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक क्षत्रिय धर्म के सार को प्रश्नित करता है, इसके प्राचीन महत्व को रेखांकित करता है। यह धर्म को त्यागने पर उत्पन्न होने वाले आंतरिक संघर्ष को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This excerpt captures the philosophical dilemma faced by warriors when confronted with moral choices during the Kurukshetra war.

Meaning

It signifies the eternal conflict between adhering to one’s duty and succumbing to unrighteous tendencies in times of chaos.

Application

This shloka encourages introspection regarding one’s principles and the importance of standing firm in righteousness, particularly in challenging situations.