Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – नृशंसेन च वॊ युक्तांस तयजेयं शाश्वतीः समाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

नृशंसेन च वॊ युक्तांस तयजेयं शाश्वतीः समाः
काले हि समनुप्राप्ते तयक्तव्यम अपि जीवितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka warns against acts of extreme cruelty, suggesting that even life may be given up in certain circumstances.

Translations

English Translation

It suggests that in the dire face of cruelty, wise individuals may decide to forfeit their lives rather than engage in wrongful acts, hinting at the moral courage required in challenging times.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि अत्याचारी से भरे समय में, बुद्धिमान लोग अपनी जान भी छोड़ने का निर्णय ले सकते हैं ताकि उन्हें अनुचित कार्यों में लिप्त न होना पड़े।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Udyoga Parva, this verse resonates with the moral themes of right action and the struggle against oppression.

Meaning

The emphasis is on moral choice, sometimes calling for severe self-restraint and sacrifice to uphold one’s principles.

Application

This shloka encourages us to maintain our ethical beliefs even in the face of adversity, showing true courage is sometimes choosing to withdraw from harmful situations.