Mahabharata Vana Parva – कथं हि नीचा इव दौष्कुलेया; निर्धर्मार्थं कर्म कुर्युश च पार्थाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कथं हि नीचा इव दौष्कुलेया; निर्धर्मार्थं कर्म कुर्युश च पार्थाः
सॊ ऽहं परसाद्य परणतॊ वासुदेवं; पाञ्चालानाम अधिपं चैव वृद्धम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka laments the moral dilemmas faced by warriors engaged in unjust actions.

Translations

English Translation

How can lowly warriors engage in unrighteous acts for the sake of wealth? I must surrender humbly to Vasudeva, the elder of the Panchalas.

हिंदी अनुवाद

नीच योद्धा कैसे धन के उद्देश्य से अधर्मी कर्म कर सकते हैं? मुझे पांचालों के वृद्ध वासुदेव के सामने विनम्रता से समर्पण करना चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This verse captures the internal conflict of Arjuna as he reflects on the righteousness of their actions during the war.

Meaning

It highlights the moral responsibilities of individuals in situations constrained by duty and survival.

Application

This teaches the importance of maintaining ethical integrity, even amidst challenging circumstances.