Mahabharata Sauptika Parva – विचेतसः सनिद्राश च तमसा चावृता नराः

Shloka (श्लोक)

विचेतसः सनिद्राश च तमसा चावृता नराः
जघ्नुः सवान एव तत्राथ कालेनाभिप्रचॊदिताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The people, overwhelmed by sleep and darkness, attacked blindly and indiscriminately.

Translations

English Translation

Obscured by lethargy and shadow, the individuals found themselves in a state of confusion. Encouraged by circumstance, they attacked in a frenzy, unable to discern friend from foe, showcasing the insanity that prevails in such chaotic times.

हिंदी अनुवाद

सुस्त और छायाओं में ढंके लोग एक भ्रम की स्थिति में पड़ गए। परिस्थिति द्वारा प्रेरित होकर, उन्होंने उन्माद में हमला किया, मित्र और शत्रु में भेद न कर पाने का संकेत देते हुए, अराजकता के समय में दीवानगी का प्रदर्शन किया।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reveals the psychological effects of battle under duress in the Sauptika Parva, emphasizing the loss of clarity in tumultuous circumstances.

Meaning

The inability to differentiate friends from enemies serves as a powerful metaphor for misjudgment in moments of crisis, alerting us to the chaos that surrounds the human experience of conflict.

Application

This verse reminds us to pause and gain perspective during turmoil, as hasty decisions often lead to greater misunderstandings and further chaos.