Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – अन्यॊन्यस्य हयान विद्ध्वा धवजौ च सुमहाबलौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

अन्यॊन्यस्य हयान विद्ध्वा धवजौ च सुमहाबलौ
रथेषां रथचक्रे च चिक्रीडतुर अरिंदमौ

⚡ Quick Meaning

The horses of both chariots engage fiercely in battle.

Translations

English Translation

The powerful steeds, sensing the intensity of the battle, engage in their own fierce struggle as their chariots collide. This imagery emphasizes the chaos of warfare where even the animals reflect the spirit of combat.

हिंदी अनुवाद

शक्तिशाली घोडे, युद्ध की तीव्रता का अनुभव करते हुए, अपनी खुद की लड़ाई में संलग्न होते हैं क्योंकि उनके रथ टकराते हैं। यह चित्रण युद्ध की अराजकता को उजागर करता है, जहां पशु भी लड़ाई की भावना को दर्शाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This moment underlines the totality of warfare, where all aspects, human and animal, get intertwined in the ferocity of battle as noted in the Bhishma Parva.

Meaning

The verse highlights how war affects all elements involved, showing that the chaos engenders a sense of comradery even among creatures.

Application

Recognizing that every participant in a process contributes to its outcome helps us understand the interconnectivity within teams and communities.