Mahabharata Virata Parva – तं सिंहम इव संक्रुद्धं दृष्ट्वा गन्धर्वम आगतम

Shloka (श्लोक)

तं सिंहम इव संक्रुद्धं दृष्ट्वा गन्धर्वम आगतम
वित्रेसुः सर्वतः सूता विषादभयकम्पिताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

गंधर्व को क्रोधित सिंह के समान देखकर सूत डर गए।

Translations

English Translation

Seeing the arrival of the Gandharva, who appeared as furious as a lion, the charioteers were filled with fear, trembling under the weight of impending danger.

हिंदी अनुवाद

क्रोधित सिंह के समान गंधर्व का आगमन देखकर सूत भयभीत हो गए, impending danger के वजन के नीचे कांपते हुए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka signifies the fear instilled by the mighty Gandharva, representing a turning point in the tension-filled atmosphere of the Virata Parva.

Meaning

It illustrates how the appearance of formidable power can induce fear, emphasizing the impact of strength and authority in confrontations.

Application

This encourages self-awareness about how we present ourselves and the effects our presence can have on others, advocating for a balance between strength and compassion.