Mahabharata Ashramavasika Parva – गजेन्द्रैश च तथैवान्ये के चिद उष्ट्रैर नराधिप

Shloka (श्लोक)

गजेन्द्रैश च तथैवान्ये के चिद उष्ट्रैर नराधिप
पदातिनस तथैवान्ये नखरप्रासयॊधिनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Some traveled with elephants, while others rode camels, and still others were on foot and mounted on horses.

Translations

English Translation

This verse narrates that certain warriors journeyed on elephants, others on camels, while some advanced on foot and others rode majestic horses. It demonstrates the variety of forces and the preparations for the imminent engagement in battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि कुछ योद्धा हाथियों पर यात्रा कर रहे थे, जबकि अन्य ऊंटों पर थे, और कुछ पैदल चल रहे थे और कुछ शाही घोड़ों पर सवार थे। यह बलों की विविधता और आगामी युद्ध के लिए तैयारियों को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Set in Ashramavasika Parva, this shloka emphasizes the vast array of warriors and their modes of transport as they prepare for the Kurukshetra battlefield.

Meaning

This conveys the idea of unity in diversity among combatants, showing readiness and various strategies in anticipation of challenges.

Application

This lesson can be applied to our strategies in life, where diverse skills and cooperation lead to effective solutions and success.