Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – नष्टचन्द्रा यथा रात्रिः सेनेयं हतनायका

Shloka (श्लोक)

नष्टचन्द्रा यथा रात्रिः सेनेयं हतनायका
नागभग्नद्रुमा शुष्का नदीवाकुलतां गता

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka draws an analogy between a defeated army and the dark night without the moon.

Translations

English Translation

This verse likens an army to a moonless night, which reflects the hopelessness and despair following the fall of its leaders, paralleling the plight of nature in disarray.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक सेना की तुलना चाँद रहित रात से करता है, जो अपने नेताओं की मृत्यु के बाद की निराशा और निराशा को दर्शाता है, जो प्रकृति के अराजकता के समान है।

Commentary

Context

The context evokes strong imagery of defeat and destruction, resonating with the loss suffered during battles.

Meaning

This shloka illustrates the profound impact of leadership loss on an army’s morale and unity in battle.

Application

It serves as a reminder of the vital role leadership plays in guiding groups through turmoil and uncertainty.