Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – वध्यमाना हयास ते तु पराद्रवन्त भयार्दिताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

वध्यमाना हयास ते तु पराद्रवन्त भयार्दिताः
यथा सिंहान समासाद्य मृगाः पराणपरायणाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates how the horses, in fear of being slaughtered, run away like deer fleeing from lions.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka conveys the imagery of horses fleeing in terror, just as animals would hastily escape from the clutches of a lion, fearing for their lives amid the chaos of the battlefield.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक घोड़ों की भय के मारे भागने की स्थिति को दर्शाता है, जैसे जानवर शेर के पंजे से भयभीत होकर भागते हैं, युद्धभूमि की अराजकता में अपनी जान की रक्षा के लिए।

Commentary

Context

This verse highlights fear within the ranks of war, where even the strongest are overwhelmed in the turmoil of battle, as seen in the Bhishma Parva.

Meaning

It symbolizes the universal instinct for survival, where fear can drive the strongest to flee when their lives are at stake.

Application

This understanding encourages facing challenges bravely rather than succumbing to fear, emphasizing the necessity of courage.