Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तव पुत्रा दुरात्मानः पापेष्व अभिरताः सदा

Shloka (श्लोक)

तव पुत्रा दुरात्मानः पापेष्व अभिरताः सदा
निष्ठुरा हीनकर्माणस तेन हीयन्ति संयुगे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks of the destructive nature of your sons who are always engaged in sinful activities.

Translations

English Translation

Your sons, engaged in sinful acts, are always cruel and wicked. Those of low actions and harsh natures are defeated in war. This reflects on the consequences of their actions leading to downfall in battles.

हिंदी अनुवाद

आपके पुत्र, जो पापों में सदा लगे रहते हैं, निष्ठुर और नीच हैं। वे कठिन कर्मों से पतित होते हैं और युद्ध में हार जाते हैं। यह उनके कार्यों के परिणामों को दर्शाता है, जो उन्हें पराजित करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

In this context, Bhishma reflects on the moral failings of Dhritarashtra’s sons during the great Kurukshetra war.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka emphasizes the significance of righteous conduct and the repercussions of engaging in sinful actions.

Application

This verse teaches that negative traits in individuals can lead to collective failure in responsibilities such as governance and leadership.