Mahabharata Shanti Parva – सौभद्रं दरौपदेयांश च घातयित्वा प्रियान सुतान

Shloka (श्लोक)

सौभद्रं दरौपदेयांश च घातयित्वा प्रियान सुतान
जयॊ ऽयम अजयाकारॊ भगवन परतिभाति मे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the emotional conflict of victory against loved ones.

Translations

English Translation

This verse expresses the inner turmoil of having to confront and slay beloved kinsmen in battle, with the speaker recognizing that such victories only lead to an unsettling sense of defeat despite outward triumphs.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक प्रिय रिश्तेदारों का वध करने की आंतरिक उथल-पुथल को व्यक्त करता है, जिसमें वाक् करने वाला स्वीकार करता है कि ऐसी जीत केवल बाह्य सफलता के बावजूद एक अस्थिर पराजय की भावना का कारण बनती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Shanti Parva, capturing the distress felt by warriors confronting deep loyalty and duty amidst familial attachments in dire battles.

Meaning

It emphasizes the paradox of winning a battle stemming from loved ones’ demise, urging reflection on the cost of victory that can overshadow the glory of success.

Application

This reminds us to consider the emotional consequences of our decisions and the importance of empathy, especially during conflicts that affect close relationships.