Mahabharata Drona Parva – निरुद्धाश च वयं सर्वे सैन्धवेन दुरात्मना

Shloka (श्लोक)

निरुद्धाश च वयं सर्वे सैन्धवेन दुरात्मना
निमित्तम अभवद दरॊणः सपुत्रस तत्र कर्मणि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects on the entire army being captured due to the treachery of Dronacharya’s son, emphasizing the dire consequences of betrayal.

Translations

English Translation

All of us were unable to escape due to the deceitful tactics employed by Dronacharya’s son, highlighting the tragic fate that befalls an army ensnared by betrayal during warfare.

हिंदी अनुवाद

द्रोनाचार्य के पुत्र द्वारा अपनाए गए धोखाधड़ी के उपायों के कारण हम सभी भागने में असमर्थ थे, जो युद्ध के दौरान विश्वासघात से फंसे एक सेना की त्रासदी को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Drona Parva and depicts the surprise attacks and clever strategies that characterize the Kurukshetra war.

Meaning

It illustrates the stark realities of war, emphasizing how betrayal can turn the tide against even the mightiest armies.

Application

This shloka serves as a cautionary tale about trust and vigilance in times of conflict.