Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – निध्रान्धा नॊ बुबुधिरे कां चिच चेष्टां नराधिपाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

निध्रान्धा नॊ बुबुधिरे कां चिच चेष्टां नराधिपाः
ते ऽनयॊन्यं समरे यॊधाः परेषयन्त यमक्षयम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The leaders remained oblivious to the actions and movements of the soldiers in battle.

Translations

English Translation

The warrior leaders, absorbed in their own dilemmas, failed to observe the actions around them. Meanwhile, the soldiers engaged in battle were relentlessly pushing towards victory or demise without the leaders’ oversight.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युद्ध के नेताओं ने अपने स्वयं के मुद्दों में लगे रहने के कारण आस-पास की घटनाओं को नजरअंदाज कर दिया। इस बीच, युद्ध में लगे सैनिक लगातार विजय या मृत्यु की ओर बढ़ रहे थे बिना नेताओं की निगरानी के।

Commentary

Context

This shloka showcases the disconnect between leaders and soldiers, emphasizing the importance of active engagement in battle leadership.

Meaning

True leadership requires awareness of everything happening in the field; neglect can lead to disastrous outcomes in war.

Application

In leadership roles, being observant and engaged with team members is essential to navigate challenges effectively.