Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तेषां الكثيرवाद धि भृशं शराणां; दिशॊ ऽथ सर्वाः पिहिता बभूवुः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तेषां الكثيرवाद धि भृशं शराणां; दिशॊ ऽथ सर्वाः पिहिता बभूवुः
न चान्तरिक्षं न दिशॊ न भूमिर; न भास्करॊ ऽदृश्यत रश्मिमाली
ववुश च वातास तुमुलाः सधूमा; दिशश च सर्वाः कषुभिता बभूवुः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Due to the overwhelming number of arrows, all directions seemed barred, rendering everything invisible.

Translations

English Translation

The sheer number of arrows created such a darkness that no space—be it the sky or the earth—could be seen. The winds howled violently, and every direction became tumultuous, symbolizing the chaos and power of the situation.

हिंदी अनुवाद

तीरों की अत्यधिक संख्या ने ऐसा अंधकार उत्पन्न किया कि कोई भी स्थान—आसमान या पृथ्वी—दिखाई नहीं दे रहा था। हवाएं जोर से गुर्जराईं, और हर दिशा में हलचल उत्पन्न हुई।

Commentary

Context

This shloka illustrates the overwhelming chaos of battle, where the battlefield is obscured by the multitude of arrows.

Meaning

It symbolizes that in overwhelming situations, clarity can be lost, and confusion reigns.

Application

This serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining a clear mind amidst chaos, which is essential for strategic decision-making.