Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दिष्टम एव परं मन्ये पौरुषं चाप्य अनर्थकम

Shloka (श्लोक)

दिष्टम एव परं मन्ये पौरुषं चाप्य अनर्थकम
यद अहं जानमानॊ ऽपि युद्धदॊषान कषयॊदयान

⚡ Quick Meaning

संजय अपने विचार व्यक्त करते हैं कि युद्ध में पौरुष (वीरता) व्यर्थ जाएगी और वह युद्ध के दोषों को देख सकते हैं।

Translations

English Translation

Sanjaya expresses his belief that valor would result in futility and that despite knowing the flaws in the plan, the ongoing conflict seems unavoidable. This shows the complicated nature of war and its effects.

हिंदी अनुवाद

संजय अपने विचार व्यक्त करते हैं कि युद्ध में वीरता व्यर्थ होगी, और इसके दोषों को जानने के बावजूद, इस संघर्ष को टाला नहीं जा सकता। यह युद्ध की जटिलता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka provides insights into the psychological struggles faced by warriors, showing that even knowledge of faults does not eliminate the inevitability of conflict.

Meaning

It highlights the bitter truth of warfare where bravery may not always lead to success, and the recognition of flaws does not guarantee avoidance of disaster.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder that awareness of risk and challenges is essential but does not always translate to preventing unfavorable outcomes in critical situations.