Mahabharata Stri Parva – अयुध्यमानॊ मरियते युध्यमानश च जीवति
Shloka (श्लोक)
अयुध्यमानॊ मरियते युध्यमानश च जीवति
कालं पराप्य महाराज न कश चिद अतिवर्तते
⚡ Quick Meaning
A warrior who actively fights dies with honor; no one can transcend the time allotted to them.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka emphasizes that a warrior engaged in battle may ultimately perish, but they die honorably. It suggests that regardless of the struggle, the duration of one’s life is predetermined, and no individual can surpass this divine design.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक इस बात पर जोर देता है कि जो योद्धा सक्रिय रूप से युद्ध में लगा रहता है, वह सम्मान के साथ मृत्यु को प्राप्त होता है। यह दर्शाता है कि जीवन की अवधि पूर्वनिर्धारित होती है, और कोई भी व्यक्ति इस दिव्य व्यवस्था को नहीं पार कर सकता है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka is found in the Stri Parva, where themes of valor and mortality are discussed amidst the backdrop of war.
Meaning
The essence of this verse reflects the inevitability of death, especially for those engaged in battle, encouraging a focus on honor rather than fear.
Application
In modern life, this teaches us to act bravely in our pursuits and accept the natural course of time without excessive worry.
