Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – धृष्टद्युम्नं च हत्वा स तांश चैनस्य पदानुगान

Shloka (श्लोक)

धृष्टद्युम्नं च हत्वा स तांश चैनस्य पदानुगान
अपश्यच छयने सुप्तम उत्तमौजसम अन्तिके

⚡ Quick Meaning

Having slain Dhrishtadyumna, he noticed his followers lying asleep by his side.

Translations

English Translation

After killing Dhrishtadyumna, he observed his companions resting peacefully beside him, leading to a moment of realization about the tranquility that follows chaos in battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

धृष्टद्युम्न को मारकर, उसने अपने आस-पास सोते हुए अनुयायियों को देखा। यह युद्ध की अराजकता के बाद शांति के उस क्षण का अनुभव कराता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the aftermath of a significant event in the Mahabharata, portraying the contrasting states of war and peace.

Meaning

It represents the irony of victory at the cost of lives, conveying the haunting realization of what conflict produces.

Application

This serves as a reminder to reflect on the consequences of actions and decisions that lead to outcomes impacting many.