Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – एवं बरुवति कौन्तेय विदुरे दीर्घदर्शिनि

Shloka (श्लोक)

एवं बरुवति कौन्तेय विदुरे दीर्घदर्शिनि
दुर्यॊधनम अहं पापम अन्ववर्तं वृथा मतिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This is what Vidura advises, O Kunti’s son, that Duryodhana is sinful in his pursuits.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka shares Vidura’s wisdom, warning Kunti’s son about Duryodhana’s malevolent nature, indicating that blindly following him leads to ruin and sin.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक विदुर की बुद्धिमानी को साझा करता है, जो कुंती के पुत्र को दुर्योधन के दुष्ट स्वभाव के बारे में चेतावनी देता है, यह दर्शाते हुए कि उसका अनुसरण करना विधि और पाप की ओर ले जाता है।

Commentary

Context

As counsel is provided regarding political alliances, this shloka conveys the moral imperative to recognize corruption and deceit in leadership.

Meaning

This emphasizes the significance of wisdom and critical judgment in choosing one’s affiliations and recognizing dangerous individuals.

Application

This serves as a reminder for modern leaders to discern integrity in their alliances to avoid disastrous consequences.