Mahabharata Shalya Parva – रथेष्व आरॊहत कषिप्रं गच्छामॊ वसुधाधिपाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

रथेष्व आरॊहत कषिप्रं गच्छामॊ वसुधाधिपाः
दिष्ट्या हतॊ ऽयं पापात्मा सामात्यज्ञाति बान्धवः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses the urgency to leave quickly in the face of the enemy’s demise.

Translations

English Translation

The verse conveys a sense of urgency among the rulers to escape swiftly from the battle, stating that an evil foe is dead, highlighting their need for a quick departure before threats arise again.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक शासकों के बीच जल्दी भागने की आवश्यकता को व्यक्त करता है, यह कहते हुए कि एक दुष्ट दुश्मन मरा है, जो फिर से खतरे का सामना करने से पहले तुरंत भागने की जरूरत को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Shalya Parva, this verse illustrates the tense atmosphere during the war and the instinct for survival.

Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the notion of retreat following a successful blow to an enemy, reflecting on instinctual responses in conflict.

Application

In challenging situations, this shloka teaches the importance of recognizing when to retreat and reassess in order to preserve oneself.