Mahabharata Vana Parva – कषत्रियः कषत्रियं हन्ति मत्स्यॊ मत्स्येन जीवति

Shloka (श्लोक)

कषत्रियः कषत्रियं हन्ति मत्स्यॊ मत्स्येन जीवति
शवा शवानं हन्ति दाशार्ह पश्य धर्मॊ यथागतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the nature of conflict among equals and the consequences of such actions in warfare.

Translations

English Translation

This verse illustrates the cycle of violence within the warrior caste, comparing it to the natural order observed in the animal kingdom, expressing a grim view of mutual destruction and moral indifference.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक योद्धा जाति के भीतर हिंसा के चक्र को दिखाता है, इसे पशु साम्राज्य में देखे जाने वाले प्राकृतिक क्रम से तुलना करता है, पारस्परिक विनाश और नैतिक उदासीनता के प्रति एक गंभीर दृष्टिकोण व्यक्त करता है।

Commentary

Context

Positioned within discussions of the cyclical nature of violence, this verse reflects the harsh realities faced by warriors.

Meaning

The shloka reveals the tragic inevitabilities of conflicts and the disregard for higher moral principles witnessed in warfare.

Application

This verse serves as a caution about the cycle of violence in modern conflicts, urging a reevaluation of practices leading to mutual destruction.