Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – पतितास तुरगेभ्यश च गजेभ्यश च महीतले

Shloka (श्लोक)

पतितास तुरगेभ्यश च गजेभ्यश च महीतले
रथेभ्यश च नरास तूर्णम अदृश्यन्त ततस ततः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Horses and elephants fell on the battlefield, making the warriors invisible in the chaos of war.

Translations

English Translation

As horses and elephants collapsed onto the ground in the intensity of battle, the warriors became obscured from view amidst the chaos, emblematic of the tumult of war.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब युद्ध की तीव्रता में घोड़े और हाथी धरती पर गिर पड़े, तब योद्धा इस उथल-पुथल में दृष्टि से ओझल हो गए, जो युद्ध के उन्माद को दर्शाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka portrays the chaos and unpredictability of the battlefield, illustrating the turmoil faced during the war.

Meaning

It reminds us of the temporary nature of visibility and clarity in dire situations, especially during turmoil.

Application

This serves as an allegory for moments in life where clarity is lost amidst chaos, encouraging calmness and focus in the face of uncertainty.