Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सा वध्यमाना समरे केकयस्य महाचमूः

Shloka (श्लोक)
सा वध्यमाना समरे केकयस्य महाचमूः
तम उत्सृज्य रथं शत्रुं परदुद्राव दिशॊ दश
⚡ Quick Meaning
The great Kekaya army, though being attacked, fled away in ten directions, leaving their chariot behind.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka describes the state of the Kekaya army in battle, highlighting their tumultuous condition as they panic and flee in various directions. They abandon their chariot and lose their fighting spirit in the face of adversity.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक battle में केकय सेना की स्थिति को दर्शाता है, जिसमें उनकी हलचल भरी स्थिति को दर्शाते हुए वे विभिन्न दिशाओं में भागने लगते हैं। युद्ध के दौरान वे अपना रथ छोड़कर मारे जाते हैं और साहस खो देते हैं।
Commentary
Context
This verse emphasizes the chaos of battle, depicting how fear can overwhelm even a mighty army and lead them to abandon their equipment and strategies.
Meaning
The shloka illustrates the psychological effects of war, demonstrating how even the bravest can lose heart under pressure, compelling one to remember the humane aspects of a warrior’s life.
Application
This can be a lesson in understanding how important mental resilience and composure are in high-stress situations, as displayed by the fleeing Kekaya soldiers.
