Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अहरत तत पुनश चैव शरैर ऊर्ध्वं धनंजयः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अहरत तत पुनश चैव शरैर ऊर्ध्वं धनंजयः
दुर्हृदाम अप्रहर्षाय सुहृदां हर्षणाय च

⚡ Quick Meaning

Swiftly did Dhananjaya draw forth arrows once more, to alleviate the distress of friends while causing distress to foes.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka depicts the dual impact of Arjuna’s actions; his arrows were strategic, providing relief to his allies while daunting the enemies. It illustrates the concept of righteousness in the battlefield, which forms a crucial moral theme within the Mahabharata.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक अर्जुन के कार्यों का द्वंद्वात्मक प्रभाव दर्शाता है; उसके तीर रणनीतिक थे, जो उसके मित्रों को राहत दिलाते थे जबकि दुश्मनों में भय पैदा करते थे। यह महाभारत में नैतिकता का एक महत्वपूर्ण सबंधित सिद्धांत दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse captures a pivotal moment in warfare, emphasizing the balance Arjuna maintained between his duty to protect and to fight.

Meaning

It reveals the essence of ethics in warfare, highlighting how even in conflicts, concern for allies remains vital, ensuring moral integrity amid adversity.

Application

This shloka reinforces the importance of balancing personal ambitions and collective responsibilities, motivating us to uphold our ethics regardless of the circumstances.