Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अश्वान अन्ये गजान अन्ये रथान अन्ये महारथाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अश्वान अन्ये गजान अन्ये रथान अन्ये महारथाः
आरुह्य जवसंपन्नाः पादाताः पराद्रवन भयात

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the swift flight of various warriors and creatures in the face of danger.

Translations

English Translation

Others mounted on horses, elephants, and chariots rushed away in a frenzy, their fear driving them to flee the battlefield hastily. The mighty warriors, in their panic, abandoned all semblance of order and discipline.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अन्य लोग घोड़ों, हाथियों, और रथों पर सवार होकर भय के मारे भागने लगे। उनके डर ने उन्हें युद्धभूमि से जल्दी भागने के लिए प्रेरित किया। शक्तिशाली योद्धाओं ने अपनेpanic में सभी प्रकार का क्रम और अनुशासन छोड़ दिया।

Commentary

Context

This shloka represents the chaotic response of the troops as they sense defeat approaching in battle.

Meaning

The passage reveals the instinctive reaction to flee when overwhelmed by fear, even for the mightiest warriors.

Application

This serves as a reminder to maintain courage and composure in crisis situations, rather than succumbing to panic.