Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तस्याभिद्रवतॊ वाहान हस्तमुक्तेन वारिणा

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्याभिद्रवतॊ वाहान हस्तमुक्तेन वारिणा
सिक्त्वा वयत्रासयन नागस ते पार्थम अहरंस ततः

⚡ Quick Meaning

As the elephant charged, he sprayed the feared warrior with water, causing the Naga to momentarily retreat from Arjuna.

Translations

English Translation

As the elephant charged headlong, it doused Arjuna with water drawn from its trunk, creating a moment of confusion among the Nagas, who wished to retreat from the fierce force confronted by them.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब हाथी ने तेजी से हमला किया, तो उसने अपने ट्रंक से अर्जुन पर पानी डाल दिया, जिससे नागों में भ्रम की स्थिति उत्पन्न हुई और वे उस प्रबल शक्ति से पीछे हटना चाहने लगे।

Commentary

Context

This verse highlights the tactics employed in battle, showing how psychological warfare, like the use of water to stun, plays a crucial role in strategy.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of unexpected tactics in overcoming the enemy, where even simple actions can create significant impacts in warfare.

Application

In life, sometimes unconventional approaches can disarm opponents or challenges, demonstrating the effectiveness of creativity in problem-solving.