Mahabharata Shalya Parva – ततॊ हतम अभिप्रेक्ष्य मद्रराजबलं महत

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततॊ हतम अभिप्रेक्ष्य मद्रराजबलं महत
मद्रराजं च समरे दृष्ट्वा शूरं निपातितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Seeing the mighty Madraraja’s forces defeated, the strength of Duryodhana’s troops faltered.

Translations

English Translation

Upon witnessing the significant defeat of the Madraraja’s forces in battle and the fall of the brave Madraraja himself, all of Duryodhana’s troops turned tail, signaling a substantial shift in the dynamics of the battlefield.

हिंदी अनुवाद

मद्रराज के बलों की महत्वपूर्ण हार और उनके पराक्रमी राजा के पतन को देखकर, दुर्योधन की सभी सेनाएँ पीछे हट गईं, जो युद्ध के मैदान में एक महत्वपूर्ण बदलाव का संकेत था।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects a pivotal moment in the Shalya Parva, showcasing the impact of leadership and morale on the battlefield.

Meaning

The defeat of a strong leader causes a ripple effect, leading to the demoralization of the entire army, emphasizing the importance of strong leadership.

Application

This verse emphasizes the need for effective leaders to maintain morale, showing how setbacks can demoralize teams if leaders falter in crisis.