Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न हि शूराः पलायन्ते शत्रून दृष्ट्वा कथं चन

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हि शूराः पलायन्ते शत्रून दृष्ट्वा कथं चन
बरूहि वा तवं यया धृत्या शूर तयजसि संगरम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes that true warriors do not flee from the sight of enemies.

Translations

English Translation

This verse strongly asserts that genuine warriors do not escape from their enemies when faced with danger or threats; it challenges the idea of abandoning battle with a direct appeal to honor and courage.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दृढ़ता से पुष्टि करता है कि सच्चे योद्धा खतरे या खतरों का सामना करते समय अपने दुशमन से नहीं भागते; यह सम्मान और साहस के प्रति औचित्य की अपील करता है।

Commentary

Context

This invocation embodies the ethos of martial valor and the expectations placed upon warriors in the heat of battle.

Meaning

The essential meaning is that facing one’s fears and enemies with courage is inherently tied to the identity of a warrior.

Application

It pushes us to confront our fears with courage, reminding us that true strength lies in standing firm against adversity.