Mahabharata Vana Parva – युद्धे कृष्ण कलिर नित्यं पराणाः सीदन्ति संयुगे

Shloka (श्लोक)

युद्धे कृष्ण कलिर नित्यं पराणाः सीदन्ति संयुगे
बलं तु नीतिमात्राय हठे जयपराजयौ

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the transient nature of life in battles, differentiating between strength and strategy.

Translations

English Translation

The verse highlights the inevitability of death in warfare while asserting that true strength lies not just in brute force but in the righteousness of strategy and conduct, emphasizing that victory often hinges on moral correctness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध में मृत्यु के अपरिहार्य होने पर बल देता है जबकि यह भी बताता है कि सच्ची शक्ति केवल शारीरिक बल में नहीं, बल्कि रणनीति और आचरण में होती है, यह जोर देकर कि विजय अक्सर नैतिकता पर निर्भर करती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka arises from a contemplation of the nature of warfare, focusing on the interplay between strategy and strength.

Meaning

It emphasizes that moral integrity and strategic insight are crucial to achieving meaningful victories in life.

Application

This serves as a reminder in today’s contexts to prioritize ethics and strategy over plain force in facing challenges.