Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तद युद्धं सुमहच चासीद घॊररूपं परंतप

Shloka (श्लोक)

तद युद्धं सुमहच चासीद घॊररूपं परंतप
यादृशं न मया युद्धं दृष्टपूर्वं विशां पते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This battle was overwhelmingly fierce and intense, unmatched by any previous conflict.

Translations

English Translation

This battle was exceedingly fierce and formidable, taking a form that was terror-driven. It was unlike any previous encounter I had witnessed, setting a new precedent in the legendary conflicts detailed in the Mahabharata.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह युद्ध अत्यंत भयंकर और भयंकर था, जो अपने आप में एक अद्वितीय स्वरूप धारण करता था। यह युद्ध किसी भी पहले के संघर्ष के समान नहीं था, जिसने महाभारत में वर्णित अद्भुत प्रयोजनों को एक नई मानक पर स्थापित किया।

Commentary

Context

This line elaborates on the ethos of warfare in the Mahabharata, marking a turning point in the battle narrative that heightens the stakes for every warrior involved.

Meaning

The shloka encapsulates the gravity and ferocity of the conflict, serving as a poignant reminder of the brutality of battle.

Application

Such intense challenges in life often transform our character, much like the battles do for those in the epic. They prepare us for future encounters, both personal and professional.