Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – परस्कन्द्य सेनां महतीं तयक्तात्मानॊ महारथाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

परस्कन्द्य सेनां महतीं तयक्तात्मानॊ महारथाः
वृक्षान इव महावाताः कम्पयन्ति सम तावकाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The mighty warriors, like great winds shaking tree branches, drastically affect the large army they confront.

Translations

English Translation

The great charioteers abandon their selves and, like powerful winds, shake the vast army as if they were uprooting trees, bringing chaos to their foes with each charge.

हिंदी अनुवाद

महान महारथ अपने आत्म को छोड़कर, बड़े वायुसमान सेनाओं को इस प्रकार झकझोरते हैं जैसे वे वृक्षों को उखाड़ रहे हों, हर आक्रमण के साथ शत्रुओं में अराजकता लाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the strength and impact of the heroes on the battlefield as they maneuver against their enemies.

Meaning

It highlights the relinquishing of self-interest for the greater good and the resulting phenomenal effect on the battlefield.

Application

One can relate to this by channeling collective strength in teams, sacrificing individual concerns for collective success.