Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – धिक तं दुर्यॊधनं कषुद्रं राज्यलुब्धं च मानिनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

धिक तं दुर्यॊधनं कषुद्रं राज्यलुब्धं च मानिनम
यत्कृते बान्धवाः सर्वे मया नीता यमक्षयम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Arjuna condemns Duryodhana, who is greedy for power, for causing harm to his kin.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka expresses Arjuna’s scorn for Duryodhana, calling him petty and power-hungry, and highlighting the devastation caused to his family while serving a greater cause.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक अर्जुन की दुर्योधन के प्रति तिरस्कार को दर्शाता है, जिसे छोटे और सत्ता के लालची के रूप में वर्णित किया गया है, और उस नुकसान को उजागर करता है जो उसके परिवार को बड़े कारण की सेवा करते हुए हुआ।

Commentary

Context

In this context, Arjuna reflects on the personal sacrifices made by his family due to Duryodhana’s selfish ambitions.

Meaning

The verse serves as a critique of greed and tyranny, emphasizing the personal costs associated with power struggles.

Application

This shloka encourages individuals to reflect on their motives and recognize the impact of their desires on those around them.