Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स तु तान सर्वतॊ यत्ताञ शरैः संपीड्य मारिष

Shloka (श्लोक)

स तु तान सर्वतॊ यत्ताञ शरैः संपीड्य मारिष
धर्मराजम अवच्छाद्य सिंहवद वयनदन मुहुः

⚡ Quick Meaning

He (the Madra king) kept attacking the Pandavas, like a lion terrifying its prey, while specifically targeting Yudhishthira.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes the Madra king’s relentless assault on the Pandavas, particularly focusing on Yudhishthira, whom he targeted incessantly. His fierce attacks were intimidating, comparable to a lion that preys on its victims, wrapping them in fear and obscuring their strength.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक मद्रराज के पांडवों पर निरंतर हमलों को दर्शाता है, विशेष रूप से युधिष्ठिर को। उनकी प्रचंड आक्रमण इतनी भयंकर थी कि यह एक शेर की तरह भयभीत करने वाला था, जो अपनी शिकार को चारों ओर से घेरता है।

Commentary

Context

This moment depicts intense combat during the Kurukshetra war, where the focus is on the strategy and ferocity employed by great warriors on both sides.

Meaning

It illustrates the idea of strategic targeting in battle, where specific key individuals are singled out for attacks to weaken the opposing side.

Application

It serves as a reminder of the importance of focus and strategy in our pursuits, suggesting that identifying key weaknesses can lead to success.