Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न हि दुर्यॊधनॊ मन्दः पुरा परॊक्तम अबुध्यत

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हि दुर्यॊधनॊ मन्दः पुरा परॊक्तम अबुध्यत
वार्यमाणॊ मया तात भीष्मेण विदुरेण च

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka states that Duryodhana, even when warned earlier, failed to heed his advisors about his folly.

Translations

English Translation

The verse indicates Duryodhana’s ignorance, highlighting that despite the wise counsel from Bhishma and Vidura, he did not take the warnings seriously, emphasizing the consequences of arrogance.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि दुर्योधन ने भीष्म और विदुर की सलाहों को नकारते हुए अपनी मूर्खता से परे जाने दिया, जिससे उसकी तबाही का मार्ग प्रशस्त हो गया।

Commentary

Context

The context revolves around the reflections on Duryodhana’s stubbornness amidst crucial **strategic guidance** before the great war.

Meaning

This illustrates that ignorance toward wise counsels can lead to dire consequences, a lesson applicable across realms.

Application

In contemporary society, valuing wisdom and guidance is essential to avoid unnecessary pitfalls in various endeavors.