Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – उन्मत्तम इव मातङ्गं सिंहेन विनिपातितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

उन्मत्तम इव मातङ्गं सिंहेन विनिपातितम
ददृशुर हृष्टरॊमाणः सर्वे ते चापि सॊमकाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

They saw the fierce sight, akin to a maddened elephant, struck down by a lion, and all the warriors felt a mix of horror and admiration.

Translations

English Translation

The onlookers witnessed a brutal scene, resembling a mad elephant being felled by a lion, instilling a sense of dread and reverence among all the soldiers present, invoking powerful emotions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

दर्शकों ने एक क्रूर दृश्य देखा, जो एक उन्मत्त हाथी को शेर द्वारा गिराने के समान था, जिसने सभी उपस्थित सैनिकों में भय और श्रद्धा की भावना पैदा की, जो प्रबल भावनाओं को जागृत करती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka depicts the intensity of battle through vivid imagery, creating an emotional environment for the characters involved.

Meaning

It illustrates the cyclical nature of fear and admiration prevalent in combat and life challenges.

Application

Embracing both fear and admiration can lead to growth in difficult situations, balancing our responses to challenges.