Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – गाण्डीवं सरंसते हस्तात तवक चैव परिदह्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

गाण्डीवं सरंसते हस्तात तवक चैव परिदह्यते
न च शक्नॊम्य अवस्थातुं भरमतीव च मे मनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Unable to stand firm, Arjuna expresses his torment as he holds his bow.

Translations

English Translation

Arjuna expresses that his bow is slipping from his hand, and he feels scorched by his own mind filled with turmoil. This indicates his deep sense of loss of purpose and strength as his resolve wavers.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अर्जुन कहता है कि उसका धनुष उसके हाथ से फिसल रहा है, और वह मानसिक उथल-पुथल से जल रहा है। यह उसकी उद्देश्य और शक्ति की गहरी भावना को दर्शाता है क्योंकि उसकी इच्छाशक्ति कमजोर होने लगती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka marks the culmination of Arjuna’s internal crisis as he questions his ability to fight.

Meaning

It highlights the struggles of finding strength within oneself in times of despair.

Application

This teaches that moments of doubt and fear are natural, and addressing them is vital for personal growth and resolution.