Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यद्य एवं नाभिगच्छेथा युधि मां पृथिवीपते

Shloka (श्लोक)

भीष्म उवाच
यद्य एवं नाभिगच्छेथा युधि मां पृथिवीपते
शपेयं तवां महाराज पराभावाय भारत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Bhishma warns Yudhishthira of dire consequences if he doesn’t uphold the principles of battle.

Translations

English Translation

In this shloka, Bhishma speaks about the great significance of respect and the rules of engagement in warfare. He warns that if Yudhishthira behaves inappropriately, he would be compelled to curse him for defeat, emphasizing the moral duty of leaders.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में भीष्म युधिष्ठिर को युद्ध के नैतिक नियमों और सम्मान के महत्व के बारे में बताते हैं। वह चेतावनी देते हैं कि यदि युधिष्ठिर अनुचित व्यवहार करते हैं तो उन्हें हार का शाप देना पड़ेगा।

Commentary

Context

This reflects the ethical dilemma faced in complex situations, presenting the balance between duty and morality in leadership.

Meaning

It underscores the critical need to honor commitments and maintain righteousness in battle, which serves as a foundation for integrity.

Application

This teaches us that in every aspect of life, adhering to moral and ethical standards leads to true success and fulfillment.