Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यद दरौपदीम एकवस्त्रां सभायाम; आनाय्य तवं चैव सुयॊधनश च

Shloka (श्लोक)

यद दरौपदीम एकवस्त्रां सभायाम; आनाय्य तवं चैव सुयॊधनश च
दुःशासनः शकुनिः सौबलश च; न ते कर्ण परत्यभात तत्र धर्मः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the absence of righteousness during the humiliation of Draupadi in the assembly.

Translations

English Translation

This verse indicates that during the assembly when Draupadi was being disrobed, neither Karna nor his allies could protect her dignity. It questions the very essence of dharma as they failed to uphold it in a time of injustice.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि जब द्रौपदी को सभा में निर्वस्त्र किया जा रहा था, तब न तो कर्ण और न ही उनके सहयोगी उसकी गरिमा की रक्षा कर सके। यह उस समय धर्म की असली परिभाषा पर प्रश्न उठाता है जब अन्याय के समय वे इसका पालन करने में असफल रहे।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set in the context of the infamous game of dice where Draupadi is humiliated by the Kauravas, highlighting a critical moment in the Mahabharata.

Meaning

The meaning reflects the moral failure of those present, including Karna, to stand up for justice. It critiques their silence in the face of wrongdoing.

Application

This shloka teaches the importance of standing against injustice and the moral duties of individuals, especially in critical situations.