Shloka (श्लोक)
अहॊ बत महत पापं कर्तुं वयवसिता वयम
यद राज्यसुखलॊभेन हन्तुं सवजनम उद्यताः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka expresses regret over the grave sin of killing one’s own kin for the sake of royal pleasure.
Translations
English Translation
Alas! How great a sin we are set to commit, motivated by the allure of royal enjoyment, as we are intent on killing our own people. This illustrates the moral dilemmas faced in pursuit of power.
हिंदी अनुवाद
अरे! हम किस भयंकर पाप के लिए प्रयासरत हैं, जो राजसी सुख की तृष्णा से प्रेरित होकर अपने ही अपनों का वध करने की ओर अग्रसर हैं। यह शक्ति की खोज में नैतिक दुविधाओं को दर्शाता है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka is part of Arjuna’s moral conflict on the battlefield of Kurukshetra during the Mahabharata.
Meaning
The essence of the verse highlights the great moral struggle that arises when selfish desires lead to actions that conflict with one’s values.
Application
This teaches us to evaluate our motivations critically, ensuring that our quests for success do not come at the cost of our ethics.
