Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कलैब्यं मा सम गमः पार्थ नैतत तवय्य उपपद्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

कलैब्यं मा सम गमः पार्थ नैतत तवय्य उपपद्यते
कषुद्रं हृदयदौर्बल्यं तयक्त्वॊत्तिष्ठ परंतप

⚡ Quick Meaning

Krishna urges Arjuna to overcome his cowardice and to rise up in battle.

Translations

English Translation

Do not succumb to cowardice, Partha; this is not suitable for you. Reject this petty weakness of heart and rise, O conqueror of foes. Krishna motivates Arjuna to fulfill his duty.

हिंदी अनुवाद

कायरता में मत पड़ो, पार्थ; यह तुम्हारे लिए उचित नहीं है। इस छोटे से हार्दिक दुर्बलता को त्यागकर उठो, हे शत्रु परंतप। कृष्ण अर्जुन को उसके कर्तव्य को निभाने के लिए प्रेरित करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This exhortation comes at a critical juncture in the battle where Arjuna must choose to fight or flee.

Meaning

It underscores the theme of duty and resolve in the face of adversity, promoting the importance of strength of character.

Application

This teaches us to confront our inner doubts and fears and to embrace our responsibilities with courage.