Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – हतविद्रुतसैन्यास तु निरुत्साहा विचेतसः

Shloka (श्लोक)

हतविद्रुतसैन्यास तु निरुत्साहा विचेतसः
निरीक्षितुं न शेकुस ते भीष्मम अप्रतिमं रणे
मध्यं गतम इवादित्यं परतपन्तं सवतेजसा

⚡ Quick Meaning

The warriors who fled were filled with despair and could not even look at the unparalleled Bhishma in battle, as they witnessed the sun setting.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka depicts the feelings of despair amongst those warriors who had retreated in battle, unable to confront Bhishma, who stood unyielding. The imagery of the sun setting alongside their retreat reflects the impending doom they sensed.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन योद्धाओं की निराशा को दर्शाता है, जो युद्ध में भाग लेते हुए भी भीष्म का सामना नहीं कर सके। सूर्य के अस्त होने के साथ उनकी भागदौड़ एक impending बुराई का बोध कराती है।

Commentary

Context

This excerpt reveals the psychological state of the warriors in the context of Bhishma’s unparalleled might in the battlefield.

Meaning

It demonstrates not only physical battles but also the deep emotional and mental struggles warriors faced during combat.

Application

This shloka encourages introspection on how despair can affect decision-making and highlights the importance of facing adversities head-on.