Mahabharata Drona Parva – न दयौर न भूमिर न दिशः पराज्ञायन्त तथागते

Shloka (श्लोक)

न दयौर न भूमिर न दिशः पराज्ञायन्त तथागते
सैन्येन रजसा मूढं सर्वम अन्धम इवाभवत

⚡ Quick Meaning

In the midst of chaos, nothing was discernible; everything seemed blind within the turmoil of battle.

Translations

English Translation

This verse portrays the overwhelming confusion in battle, where neither the heavens nor the earth nor the directions could be distinguished. In the murky chaos created by the army, everything appeared shrouded in blindness, illustrating the mental state of warriors amidst intense conflict.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध के दौरान की भारी उलझन को दर्शाता है, जहाँ न आकाश को समझा जा सकता था, न पृथ्वी को और न ही दिशाओं को। सेना द्वारा पैदा की गई धुंधली अराजकता में सब कुछ अंधेरे में ढका हुआ प्रतीत होता था, यह किर्दकीय मनोदशा के युद्ध के बीच व्यक्त करता है।

Commentary

Context

Part of the Drona Parva, this shloka emphasizes the mental and physical turmoil experienced by warriors during the battle.

Meaning

The hindrance of clarity illustrates how chaos can overwhelm judgment, turning even strong warriors into bewildered fighters in the heat of war.

Application

This teaches us to cultivate clarity and wisdom in our actions, especially during turbulent times when chaos seems prevalent.