Mahabharata Sauptika Parva – कथं तवां सर्वधर्मज्ञं कषुद्रः पापॊ वृकॊदरः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कथं तवां सर्वधर्मज्ञं कषुद्रः पापॊ वृकॊदरः
निकृत्या हतवान मन्दॊ नूनं कालॊ दुरत्ययः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the actions of Bhima in the context of dharma.

Translations

English Translation

This verse questions how Bhima, known for his knowledge of all dharma, was defeated by the cunning Kichaka, suggesting that fate can be formidable and unyielding.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह सवाल करता है कि भिम, जो सभी धर्मों का ज्ञाता है, कैसे किचक द्वारा पराजित हुआ, यह दर्शाते हुए कि भाग्य कभी-कभी अत्यंत कठोर एवं अजेय हो सकता है।

Commentary

Context

Set in the Sauptika Parva, this shloka highlights the unexpected turns in the battlefield situations during the Kurukshetra War.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of dharma in warfare and questions the moral choices made by warriors amidst the chaos of battle.

Application

This reflection urges individuals to stay true to principles and remain aware of the consequences that fate may dictate, even in moments of strength.