Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तम उपायं न पश्यामि जीयेरन येन पाण्डवाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तम उपायं न पश्यामि जीयेरन येन पाण्डवाः
मामका वा जयं युद्धे पराप्नुयुर येन संजय

⚡ Quick Meaning

I cannot see any means by which the Pandavas or my sons can achieve victory in this battle.

Translations

English Translation

This verse reflects a sense of hopelessness and confusion. The speaker is unable to perceive a way for either the Pandavas or the Kauravas to succeed in the war, indicating the uncertainties and challenges that lie ahead on the battlefield.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक निराशा और भ्रम की भावना को व्यक्त करता है। वक्ता इस युद्ध में पांडवों या कौरवों में से किसी एक के विजय पाने के तरीके को देखने में असमर्थ है, जो युद्ध के मैदान पर आगे आने वाली अनिश्चितताओं और चुनौतियों को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the conversation revealing the strategic dilemmas faced by warriors in war.

Meaning

It symbolizes the instability of fortune in warfare and the unpredictability of outcomes.

Application

One should maintain faith and clarity even in uncertain situations, acknowledging that outcomes are often beyond control.