Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कां दिग भूतं छिन्नगात्रं विसंज्ञं; दुर्यॊधनॊ दरक्ष्यति सर्वसैन्यम

Shloka (श्लोक)

कां दिग भूतं छिन्नगात्रं विसंज्ञं; दुर्यॊधनॊ दरक्ष्यति सर्वसैन्यम
हताश्ववीराग्र्य नरेन्द्र नागं; पिपासितं शरान्तपत्रं भयार्तम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the dread and devastation that will overwhelm the Kaurava forces.

Translations

English Translation

Seeing the wounded, the dismembered bodies of his soldiers, Duryodhana will find his army reduced to a state of panic and fear, resembling a once-proud lion now subdued.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपने योद्धाओं के घायल और कटे-फटे शवों को देखकर, दुर्योधन को अपनी सेना के एक कांपती और भयभीत स्थिति में होने का अनुभव होगा, जो एक कभी गर्वित शेर की तरह है जिसे अब दबा दिया गया है।

Commentary

Context

This verse reflects the tragic outcome of war as experienced within the Udyoga Parva where fear reigns over valor.

Meaning

It emphasizes the fragile nature of power and the deep impact of conflict on the psyche of a warrior and his leadership.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder of the ramifications of harsh decisions made in war, often leading to irreversible consequences.