Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ततो दन्ति सहस्राणि रथानां चापि मारिष

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततो दन्ति सहस्राणि रथानां चापि मारिष
अश्वौघाः पुरुषौघाश च विपरीतं समाययुः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka depicts the massive numbers of warriors, elephants, and horses arriving to engage in the battle.

Translations

English Translation

Then, thousands of elephants and massive herds of horses and men arrived, ready to face each other in the fierce battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

तब हजारों हाथी और पुरुषों तथा घोड़ों के विशाल झुंड तैयार होकर आ गए, जो क्रूर लड़ाई में एक-दूसरे का सामना करने के लिए तत्पर थे।

Commentary

Context

This verse illustrates the overwhelming scale of the forces engaged in the battle, emphasizing the magnitude of the Kurukshetra conflict.

Meaning

It reflects on the overwhelming nature of war and the multitude of participants contributing to the chaos and brutality.

Application

In life, understanding the larger scale of challenges can prepare one for the complexities of major decisions and conflicts.