Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – मृद्नन रथेभ्यॊ रथिनॊ गजेभ्यॊ गजयॊधिनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

मृद्नन रथेभ्यॊ रथिनॊ गजेभ्यॊ गजयॊधिनः
सादिनश चाश्वपृष्ठेभ्यॊ भूमौ चैव पदातिनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The warriors on foot and those on elephants faced each other, yielding great chaos on the battlefield.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka illustrates the fierce clash of the charioteers and elephant warriors on the battlefield, where the sounds of destruction echoed among foot soldiers, showcasing the intensity of the fight.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक रथसवारों और हाथी के योद्धाओं के बीच घातक मुठभेड़ को दर्शाता है, जहाँ विनाश की आवाज़ें पैदल सैनिकों के बीच गूँजती हैं, लड़ाई की तीव्रता को प्रदर्शित करती हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse unfolds the intense atmosphere of the battlefield as various forms of warriors engage actively during the Bhishma Parva.

Meaning

The depiction of foot soldiers and cavalry vividly portrays the chaos and valiance in the face of adversity, highlighting different roles in battle.

Application

This shloka inspires us to recognize and respect the diverse skills and valor found in teamwork, especially during critical situations.