Mahabharata Vana Parva – हतेषु तेषु वीरेषु सिन्धुराजॊ जयद्रथः
Shloka (श्लोक)
हतेषु तेषु वीरेषु सिन्धुराजॊ जयद्रथः
विमुच्य कृष्णां संत्रस्तः पलायनपरॊ ऽभवत
⚡ Quick Meaning
This verse narrates the retreat of the king, fearing for his life after witnessing the slaughter of his warriors.
Translations
English Translation
This verse tells of King Jayadratha, who, seeing his brave warriors fallen in battle, became terrified and chose to retreat, thus freeing Krishna from his predicament. It speaks to the fear and desperation during warfare.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक राजा जयद्रथ का वर्णन करता है, जो अपने वीर योद्धाओं को युद्ध में गिरता हुआ देखकर भयभीत हुआ और पलायन करने का निर्णय लिया, इस प्रकार कृष्ण को संकट से मुक्त किया। यह युद्ध के दौरान भय और हताशा की बात करता है।
Commentary
Context
This moment in the Vana Parva captures the essence of fear that can overtake leaders in times of great conflict, revealing the psychological impact of battle.
Meaning
The verse indicates how even great kings can experience fear and make decisions based on self-preservation amidst turmoil.
Application
This shloka encourages reflection on the nature of fear and its influence on leadership during crises.
