Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न हय अहं नाद्य विक्रम्य सथविरॊ ऽपि शिशॊस तव

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हय अहं नाद्य विक्रम्य सथविरॊ ऽपि शिशॊस तव
युद्धश्रद्धां रणे छिन्द्यां जीवितस्य च सूतज

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka communicates reluctance in facing a rival, despite one’s capabilities.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker expresses hesitation concerning engaging in battle, indicating that even valor cannot guarantee survival against a formidable opponent.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता युद्ध में जाने के लिए हिचकिचाते हैं, यह बताते हुए कि वीरता भी एक दुष्कर प्रतिद्वंदी के खिलाफ जीवित रहने की गारंटी नहीं दे सकती।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears during a moment of self-reflection and doubts just before the conflict begins.

Meaning

It reveals the internal conflict every warrior faces—balancing courage with the reality of potential defeat.

Application

In moments of self-doubt, this message speaks to understanding and confronting personal fears while recognizing the risks involved.