Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स मया राज्यलुब्धेन पापेन गुरु घातिना

Shloka (श्लोक)

स मया राज्यलुब्धेन पापेन गुरु घातिना
अल्पकालस्य राज्यस्य कृते मूढेन घातितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka addresses the consequences of ambition and wrongful actions in the quest for power.

Translations

English Translation

This person was killed by me, motivated by greed for power, and by the sinful act of killing a teacher, for the sake of a brief sovereignty.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस व्यक्ति को मैंने राज्य की लालच और गुरु की हत्या के पाप के कारण, अल्पकालिक राज्य के लिए मारा।

Commentary

Context

The shloka reflects remorse for actions taken under the influence of greed and ambition during conflict.

Meaning

It signifies the moral complexities involved in decisions made during warfare and the impact of unchecked desires.

Application

Evaluating our motivations in life ensures that we act ethically, avoiding remorseful decisions.