Mahabharata Drona Parva – अथ दृष्ट्वा वयतिक्रान्तौ जवलिताव इव पावकौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

अथ दृष्ट्वा वयतिक्रान्तौ जवलिताव इव पावकौ
निराशाः सिन्धुराजस्य जीवितं नाशशंसिरे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka depicts the despair and inevitability in the face of calamity.

Translations

English Translation

Upon observing the fate of the Sindhu king, the warriors, consumed by despair, cannot anticipate any hope for survival as they liken their plight to that of a fire that has consumed everything in its path.

हिंदी अनुवाद

सिन्धु राजा के भाग्य को देखकर, योद्धा निराशा में डूब जाते हैं, और अपनी स्थिति को उस अग्नि की तरह मानते हैं जिसने अपनी राह में सब कुछ जला दिया है, जिसमें जीवन की कोई आशा नहीं दिखाई देती।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the Drona Parva, portraying the emotional turmoil experienced during intense battlefield encounters.

Meaning

The shloka suggests that facing overwhelming odds leads to a sense of helplessness and despair, conveying the harsh reality of war.

Application

It serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining hope and resilience, even when circumstances seem dire.