Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ते रणाद भरतश्रेष्ठ तावकाः पराद्रवन दिशः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ते रणाद भरतश्रेष्ठ तावकाः पराद्रवन दिशः
धावन्तश चाप्य अदृश्यन्त शवसमानाः शरातुलाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates the directionless retreat of soldiers under pressure from adversities in battle.

Translations

English Translation

O best among the Bharatas, your soldiers fled in every direction from the battlefield, moving so swiftly that they seemed almost invisible, akin to arrows shot from a bow. The stress of imminent defeat escalated their frantic escape.

हिंदी अनुवाद

हे भारतश्रेष्ठ, आपके सैनिक युद्धभूमि से हर दिशा में भाग गए, इतनी तेजी से चल रहे थे कि वे बाण की तरह अदृश्य हो गए। आसन्न हार के तनाव ने उनकी भागती हुई स्थिति को बढ़ा दिया।

Commentary

Context

In this shloka, the fleeing soldiers serve as a potent symbol of defeat and demoralization during battle.

Meaning

The imagery emphasizes the speed and urgency of their retreat, showcasing how morale influences actions in warfare.

Application

This serves as a metaphor for recognizing when to stand strong and when to retreat, underscoring the importance of strategic decisions in adversity.