Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न च वॊ हृदि कर्तव्यं यद अयं घातितॊ नृपः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न च वॊ हृदि कर्तव्यं यद अयं घातितॊ नृपः
मिथ्या वध्यास तथॊपायैर बहवः शत्रवॊ ऽधिकाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

It is not appropriate to harbor feelings for the fallen king as many enemies are already plotting against you.

Translations

English Translation

Do not allow any lingering feelings for the fallen king, as there are many enemies who are already scheming against you in this ongoing warfare.

हिंदी अनुवाद

गिरे हुए नृप के लिए हृदय में कोई भी भावना न रखें, क्योंकि बहुत से शत्रु पहले से ही आपके खिलाफ साजिश कर रहे हैं।

Commentary

Context

This wisdom is shared amidst the chaos of war, advising the Pandavas to focus on their enemies.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of focusing on practical threats instead of getting emotionally involved in past grievances.

Application

This gives insight into the necessity of emotional detachment when facing adversaries in strategic situations.