Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पातयित्वा वयस्यांश च भरातॄन अथ पितामहान

Shloka (श्लोक)

पातयित्वा वयस्यांश च भरातॄन अथ पितामहान
जीवितं यदि रक्षेयं लॊकॊ मां गर्हयेद धरुवम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses the conflict of prioritizing one’s life over the relationships with friends and family during warfare.

Translations

English Translation

By defeating my friends and even my grandfather, I wonder if I should choose life, knowing the world would certainly judge me harshly for such actions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपने मित्रों और यहां तक कि अपने दादा को पराजित करके, मैं सोचता हूं कि क्या मुझे जीवन चुनना चाहिए, यह जानते हुए कि दुनिया निश्चित रूप से मुझे इस तरह के कार्यों के लिए बुरा समझेगी।

Commentary

Context

This verse reveals the inner turmoil of a warrior facing the grim realities of war and the impact of his choices on relationships.

Meaning

It reflects the dilemma between personal survival and the moral consequences attached to harming loved ones.

Application

This reminds us that choices made under pressure can have lasting effects on personal integrity and social standing.