Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – रथनेमि समुद्भूतं निःश्वासैश चापिदन्तिनाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

रथनेमि समुद्भूतं निःश्वासैश चापिदन्तिनाम
रजः संध्याभ्रकपिलं दिवाकरपथं ययौ

⚡ Quick Meaning

A dark cloud of dust rose like a chariot wheel, filled with the deep sighs of warriors.

Translations

English Translation

A great cloud of dust resembling the movement of chariot wheels arose, filled with the sounds and sighs emitted by the warriors, and it blended with the path of the sun’s light, creating a vivid scene on the battlefield.

हिंदी अनुवाद

रथ के पहिये के चलने की तरह एक बड़ा धूल का बादल उठा, जो योद्धाओं के गहरे श्वासों के साथ मिला और सूर्य की किरणों के मार्ग में सम्मिलित हुआ, युद्धभूमि पर एक जीवंत दृश्य उत्पन्न किया।

Commentary

Context

In this shloka, the physical and emotional weight of battle is represented through imagery of dust and exhaustion.

Meaning

This conveys the idea of collective struggle and the toll it takes on the warriors, manifesting as a visual spectacle.

Application

In challenging situations, we can draw strength from our shared experiences and the burdens we bear together as a community.