Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अशक्नुवन्तॊ बीभत्सुं

Shloka (श्लोक)
अशक्नुवन्तॊ बीभत्सुं
बालं हत्वा महारथाः
किं नदध्वम अधर्मज्ञाः
पार्थे वै दृश्यतां बलम
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka questions the courage of those who attack the vulnerable.
Translations
English Translation
The verse questions the bravery of great warriors who strike down a helpless child and suggests that truly righteous warriors would never partake in such an act of aggression, implying an observation of moral failing.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक उन महान योद्धाओं की वीरता पर सवाल उठाता है, जो एक असहाय बालक पर आघात करते हैं। यह सुझाव देता है कि सच्चे धर्मात्मा योद्धा कभी भी इस प्रकार की आक्रामकता में भाग नहीं लेंगे, जो नैतिक पतन का संकेत देता है।
Commentary
Context
This verse emerges during a critical moment where the ethics of warfare are scrutinized.
Meaning
It draws attention to the moral dilemmas in warfare and critiques the actions of those lacking compassion.
Application
This serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of honor and ethics in conflict situations.
