Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कव च युद्धविमर्दॊ वा मन्त्राः सुव्याहृतानि वा

Shloka (श्लोक)

कव च युद्धविमर्दॊ वा मन्त्राः सुव्याहृतानि वा
कव च भीष्मॊ गतवया मन्दात्मा कालमॊहितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse questions the nature of the battlefield and the uncertainties present.

Translations

English Translation

Where are the vehement battles and the well-articulated mantras? Where has Bhishma gone, the weak-minded entrapped by time?

हिंदी अनुवाद

कहाँ हैं उत्तेजक युद्ध और सुव्यक्त मंत्र? भीष्म, जो कमजोर मन के हैं, समय के द्वारा बंदी बने गए हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse arises from the discussion on the strategies and uncertainties of war in the Udyoga Parva.

Meaning

It reflects on how even the mightiest can be ensnared by the challenges of time and pressure.

Application

In moments of pressure, clarity of thought is often lost; recognizing this can help in maintaining focus.