Mahabharata Karna Parva – पराद्रवंस तुरगास ते तु शरवेगप्रबाधिताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पराद्रवंस तुरगास ते तु शरवेगप्रबाधिताः
ततॊ ऽभून निनदॊ भूयस तव सैन्यस्य भारत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Your horses became distressed, struck down by the arrows’ speed; thereupon arose a louder uproar from your army.

Translations

English Translation

As the fierce arrows struck your horses, chaos broke out among your ranks. The unexpected urgency shook the morale of your troops, and there was a palpable outcry as they faced the onslaught of a determined adversary, indicating the turning point in the battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जैसे ही प्रबल तीरों ने आपके घोड़ों को मारा, आपके सैनिकों के बीच हड़कंप मच गया। अचानक हुए इस हड़कंप ने आपकी सेना के मनोबल को चोट पहुँचाई, और यह दिखा दिया कि युद्ध में घटनाएँ तेजी से बदल रही हैं।

Commentary

Context

This moment in the Karna Parva emphasizes the chaotic nature of battle and its effect on the morale of soldiers.

Meaning

The disturbance among the horses and the soldiers highlights the impact of effective strategy and the psychological aspects of warfare.

Application

This shloka reminds us that unexpected circumstances can challenge our plans, affecting the morale and response of those around us.