Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कामं खलु न मे रॊषॊ हैडिम्बे विद्यते तवयि

Shloka (श्लोक)

कामं खलु न मे रॊषॊ हैडिम्बे विद्यते तवयि
किं तु रॊषान्वितॊ जन्तुर हन्याद आत्मानम अप्य उत

⚡ Quick Meaning

I bear no grudge against you, but the creature possessed by anger destroys itself.

Translations

English Translation

I have no animosity toward you, O Haidimba. However, when overcome by rage, even the most intelligent beings often end up harming themselves. This sad reflection on human nature resonates deeply in this context.

हिंदी अनुवाद

“मेरा तुमसे कोई ईर्ष्या नहीं है, हे हैडिम्बा। लेकिन जब कोई क्रोध से ग्रसित होता है, तो वह स्वयं को ही नुकसान पहुंचाता है।” यह मानव स्वभाव पर एक गंभीर टिप्पणी करता है।

Commentary

Context

In the heat of battle, this shloka unravels the inner turmoil and the conflicts that arise from unchecked emotions.

Meaning

This statement reflects wisdom in recognizing that unchecked anger can lead to self-destruction, urging a measured approach in heated situations.

Application

We can apply this wisdom in our contemporary lives by striving to control our emotions, thereby preventing unnecessary harm to ourselves and others during conflicts.