Mahabharata Sauptika Parva – निवारयन्तं कृच्छ्रात ताञ शवापदान संचिखादिषून

Shloka (श्लोक)

निवारयन्तं कृच्छ्रात ताञ शवापदान संचिखादिषून
विवेष्टमानं मह्यां च सुभृशं गाढवेदनम

⚡ Quick Meaning

They were unable to protect him from those horrible creatures, who were enacting terrible deeds around him.

Translations

English Translation

They failed to shield him from the dreadful creatures surrounding him, which struck terror. This reflects both the helplessness felt in times of crisis and the harsh realities faced by warriors seeking to protect their leaders.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वे उसके चारों ओर के भयावह जीवों से उसकी रक्षा करने में असफल रहे, जो आतंक फैला रहे थे। यह संकट के समय में महसूस की गई कमजोरियों और युद्ध के मैदान में अपने नेताओं की रक्षा करने का संघर्ष दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This moment underscores the theme of helplessness that pervades the battlefield, adding a layer of emotional depth to the narrative in the Sauptika Parva.

Meaning

The verse encapsulates the tragic nature of war, where even loyalty may not suffice against overwhelming odds, revealing the harsh truths of life and death.

Application

This shloka prompts us to acknowledge our vulnerabilities and the limitations of our ability to protect others, advocating a compassionate approach to leadership.