Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – तस्माद अपि स कौरव्य गान्धारविषयं हयः
Shloka (श्लोक)
तस्माद अपि स कौरव्य गान्धारविषयं हयः
विचचार यथाकामं कौन्तेयानुगतस तदा
⚡ Quick Meaning
A steed belonging to the Kauravas wandered freely in the Gandhara region.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka describes how a horse of the Kauravas roamed around the Gandhara territory, following the will of its riders, demonstrating the themes of freedom and allegiance in the midst of the ongoing conflict.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक बताता है कि कौरवों का एक घोड़ा गान्धार क्षेत्र में आज़ादी से घूमता है, अपने सवारों की इच्छाओं का पालन करता हुआ, जो लगातार चल रहे संघर्ष में स्वतंत्रता और वफादारी के प्रतीकों को उजागर करता है।
Commentary
Context
This verse is set in the Ashvamedhika Parva of the Mahabharata, portraying the events around the royal horse’s wandering during a time of rivalry.
Meaning
The wandering of the horse symbolizes the extensive reach of power and its unintentional explorations into rival territories, shedding light on themes of sovereignty and competition.
Application
This shloka can be applied to modern leadership, where understanding the dynamics of territories and exploring beyond one’s comfort zone are essential for success.
