Mahabharata Drona Parva – कषिप्रहस्तश च बलवान दृढधन्वारि मर्दनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कषिप्रहस्तश च बलवान दृढधन्वारि मर्दनः
न यस्य जीविताकाङ्क्षी विषयं पराप्य जीवति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks of a powerful warrior whose life is driven by the unattainable desire for worldly pleasures.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka describes a strong warrior, gifted with a resolute bow, whose life is not spent on desires that cannot be fulfilled. It emphasizes the futility of lives led in pursuit of unattainable pleasures.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक मजबूत योद्धा का वर्णन करता है, जिसे एक दृढ़ धनुष प्राप्त है, जिसका जीवन उन इच्छाओं पर नहीं खर्च होता जो पूरी नहीं हो सकती। यह उन इच्छाओं की निरर्थकता पर जोर देता है जिनका पीछा करते हुए जीवन व्यतीत किया जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka comes from the Drona Parva, where the gravity of battle and the essence of life amid conflict is portrayed.

Meaning

It illustrates the idea that true strength lies not in physical prowess but in the understanding of life’s transient nature.

Application

This wisdom encourages individuals to focus on meaningful pursuits rather than chasing empty desires, promoting a more fulfilling life.