Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न हयान न रथं तस्य न धवजं न घटॊत्कचम

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हयान न रथं तस्य न धवजं न घटॊत्कचम
दृष्टवन्तः सम समरे शरौघैर अभिसंवृतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Neither chariots nor banners could be seen amidst the arrows.

Translations

English Translation

Amidst the chaos of arrows falling like rain, none of the chariots, horses, nor banners were visible, enveloped as they were in the storm of projectiles, demonstrating the ferocity of the battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

तीरों की ऐसी बारिश के बीच, न तो रथ, न घोड़े, और न ही ध्वज दिखाई दे रहे थे, जो कि प्रक्षिप्त वस्तुओं के तूफान में ढके हुए थे, जो युद्ध की तीव्रता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse encapsulates the overwhelming nature of the battlefield during the conflict, emphasizing the sheer volume of arrows being loosed.

Meaning

The imagery conjures a sense of chaos and urgency, highlighting the seriousness of warfare and the dangers faced by warriors in the frontline.

Application

This serves as a metaphor for recognizing the distractions in life and focusing steadfastly on the path ahead, despite overwhelming circumstances.