Mahabharata Shalya Parva – कषयं मनुष्यदेहानां रथनागाश्वसंक्षयम

Shloka (श्लोक)

कषयं मनुष्यदेहानां रथनागाश्वसंक्षयम
शृणु राजन सथिरॊ भूत्वा संग्रामं शंसतॊ मम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks about the decline of human bodies and the need for fortitude in battle.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker urges the king to understand the loss of human bodies and the depletion of warriors’ strength in battle. It emphasizes the importance of steadiness and courage in such challenging times.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक मानव शरीरों के पतन और युद्ध में योद्धाओं की शक्ति के क्षय की बात करता है। यह कठिन समय में स्थिरता और साहस की महत्ता पर जोर देता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set in the Shalya Parva of the Mahabharata, addressing the challenges faced during a critical battle.

Meaning

The deeper meaning suggests that understanding loss should motivate warriors to gather their strength rather than succumb to despair.

Application

This shloka can be applied to contemporary warfare or personal battles, encouraging resilience in the face of difficulties.