Mahabharata Drona Parva – यस ते पार्थेषु विद्वेषॊ या भक्तिः कौरवेषु च

Shloka (श्लोक)

यस ते पार्थेषु विद्वेषॊ या भक्तिः कौरवेषु च
तां दर्शय सथिरॊ भूत्वा न मे जीवन विमॊक्ष्यसे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the loyalty of Partha (Arjuna) to his family versus his commitment to Dharma.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker challenges Arjuna, questioning why he has enmity towards the Pandavas while showing devotion to the Kauravas. The implication is that true allegiance should lie with righteousness and moral duty rather than familial ties.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक अर्जुन की निष्ठा को चुनौती देता है, यह पूछते हुए कि उसे पांडवों के प्रति विद्वेष क्यों है जबकि वह कौरवों के प्रति भक्ति दिखाता है। सच्ची निष्ठा धर्म और नैतिक कर्तव्य के साथ होनी चाहिए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated in a pivotal emotional moment in the Drona Parva, questioning loyalties in the face of familial conflict.

Meaning

It urges the individual to reflect deeply on the nature of loyalty and the responsibilities that arise from dharma.

Application

This shloka emphasizes the importance of aligning one’s actions with principles of righteousness, regardless of personal connections.