Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यस्यान्के करीडमानेन मया वै परिवर्तितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यस्यान्के करीडमानेन मया वै परिवर्तितम
स मया राज्यलुब्धेन गाङ्गेयॊ विनिपातितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The king’s actions led to the downfall of Ganga’s son.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka reflects on how the actions of the king, driven by ambition for power, resulted in the demise of Bhishma, the noble son of Ganga, highlighting the tragedy of lost values in the pursuit of authority.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात को दर्शाता है कि किस प्रकार एक राजा की महत्वाकांक्षाएं, सत्ता की तलाश में, गंगा के पुत्र भीष्म की मृत्यु का कारण बनीं, जो मूल्यों के ह्रास की त्रासदी को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This is from the Shanti Parva and underscores the repercussions of selfish ambition and the resulting tragedies in royal families.

Meaning

The actions motivated by greed can lead to significant losses, not just for individuals but for entire legacies.

Application

This serves as a reminder for leaders to reflect on the consequences of their decisions and prioritize values above power.