Mahabharata Drona Parva – ततः सर्वाणि सैन्यानि सेनामुख्याश च सर्वशः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततः सर्वाणि सैन्यानि सेनामुख्याश च सर्वशः
पराद्रवन्त हतं दृष्ट्वा शरुतायुधम अरिंदमम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka depicts the chaotic retreat of troops upon witnessing their fallen leader in battle.

Translations

English Translation

The verse illustrates how all the warriors, upon seeing their valiant leader struck down, fled in terror, highlighting the disarray that leadership loss can cause in the army.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि सभी योद्धा, अपने वीर नेता को हत्या को देखकर, भय से भाग निकले, यह दिखाते हुए कि नेतृत्व की हानि से सेना में कैसी अव्यवस्था उत्पन्न होती है।

Commentary

Context

Situated in the Drona Parva, the shloka underscores the impact of a strong leader’s fall on the morale of their troops during the war.

Meaning

It highlights the emotional bond between leaders and their forces and the chaos that can ensue when that bond is broken.

Application

This verse serves as a reminder of the importance of strong leadership in times of crisis and its effect on collective morale and unity.