Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – या ते शक्तिर बलं चैव तत कषिप्रं मयि दर्शय

Shloka (श्लोक)

या ते शक्तिर बलं चैव तत कषिप्रं मयि दर्शय
नेच्छाम्य एतद अहं दरष्टुं मित्राणां वयसनं महत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse requests clarity on one’s abilities to avoid witnessing the suffering of friends.

Translations

English Translation

Show me your strength and power quickly; I do not wish to see the great suffering of my friends.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपनी शक्तियों और बल को शीघ्र दिखाओ; मैं अपने मित्रों की महान पीड़ा नहीं देखना चाहता।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the emotional strain of a character who yearns to protect their close ones from harm.

Meaning

It reflects the importance of loyalty, where one prefers to shield friends from distress.

Application

True friendship involves protecting those we care about as much as possible, even in the face of adversity.