Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – जघानात्र पिता पुत्रं पुत्रश च पितरं तथा

Shloka (श्लोक)

जघानात्र पिता पुत्रं पुत्रश च पितरं तथा
इत्य आसीत तुमुलं युद्धं न परज्ञायत किं चन

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates the heartbreak of fighting where family members face each other in battle, leading to utter turmoil.

Translations

English Translation

A father fights against his son, and the son strikes down his father; such was the tumultuous nature of the battle where even the most intimate bonds were shattered, revealing the harsh realities of war.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक पिता अपने पुत्र से लड़ता है, और बेटा अपने पिता को मारता है; ऐसा ही था युद्ध का गरजती हुई स्थिति जहाँ सबसे अंतरंग संबंध भी टूट गए, जो युद्ध की कठोर वास्तविकताओं को उजागर करती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse underscores the tragic consequences of the Kurukshetra war, where familial ties disintegrate amidst conflict, highlighting the moral dilemmas faced by the warriors.

Meaning

The shloka reflects a profound sense of loss, illustrating how war destroys not only lives but also relationships, making one ponder the true cost of such conflicts.

Application

This teaches us the importance of resolving conflicts peacefully, as war leads to unimaginable tragedy and despair that impacts generations.