Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – इदं च शरूयते पार्थ युद्धे देवासुरे पुरा

Shloka (श्लोक)

इदं च शरूयते पार्थ युद्धे देवासुरे पुरा
असुरा भरातरॊ जयेष्ठा देवाश चापि यवीयसः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Listen, O Partha, about the ancient battles between gods and demons.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka calls Arjuna (Partha) to listen to the stories about the significant battles that occurred in ancient times between the divine beings (gods) and the demonic entities (asuras), emphasizing the eternal conflicts of good and evil.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक अर्जुन (पार्थ) को प्राचीन काल में देवताओं और असुरों के बीच हुई महत्वपूर्ण लड़ाइयों की कहानियाँ सुनने के लिए कहता है, जो अच्छे और बुरे के शाश्वत संघर्षों पर जोर देता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse lays the foundation for the epic battles depicted throughout the Mahabharata, often representing larger moral and philosophical themes.

Meaning

The key message highlights the timelessness of the battle between righteousness and corruption, reminding listeners of the importance of aligning with divine virtue.

Application

This teaching encourages individuals to reflect on their own choices in the context of good versus evil, inspiring actions that promote dharma and harmony.