Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – के चिद अन्यत्र गच्छन्तः पथि चान्यैर उपद्रुताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

के चिद अन्यत्र गच्छन्तः पथि चान्यैर उपद्रुताः
विमुखाः पृष्ठतश चान्ये ताड्यन्ते पार्थिवॊ ऽपरे

⚡ Quick Meaning

Some others fled the battlefield, overwhelmed by fear and attacked from behind.

Translations

English Translation

Some warriors fled to another direction, pursued by others who attacked them from behind, illustrating the pandemonium of the battlefield.

हिंदी अनुवाद

कुछ योद्धा दूसरे दिशा में भागते हैं, जबकि दूसरे उनकी पीठ से उन पर हमला करते हैं, जो युद्ध भूमि के अराजकता का प्रदर्शन करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka captures the turmoil and confusion prevalent in the battle, where fear led some fighters to retreat.

Meaning

It emphasizes the unpredictable nature of war, where fear and chaos can turn the tide unexpectedly.

Application

In life, we must confront our fears actively rather than retreating, as yielding may result in greater adverse outcomes.