Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – येन भीमबला यक्षा राक्षसाश च समाहताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

येन भीमबला यक्षा राक्षसाश च समाहताः
कथं तस्य रणे वेगं मानुषः परसहिष्यति

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the ability of humans to resist Bhima’s immense strength.

Translations

English Translation

How can mere mortals withstand the overwhelming force of Bhima, who has already defeated powerful beings like the Yaksas and demons in battle, emphasizing the futility of trying to stand against such immense power?

हिंदी अनुवाद

आखिर साधारण मनुष्य भीम की इतनी विशाल शक्ति का सामना कैसे कर सकते हैं, जिसने पहले से ही युद्ध में यक्षों और राक्षसों जैसे शक्तिशाली प्राणियों को पराजित किया है, इस शक्ति के खिलाफ खड़े होने की अद्भुतता को दर्शाते हुए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Udyoga Parva and addresses the futility of opposing Bhima’s might in the approaching war scenario.

Meaning

It highlights the awe surrounding Bhima’s strength and the realization that not all can stand against such ferocity, a key theme of power dynamics in the epic.

Application

This statement resonates with the idea that some strengths are overwhelming, compelling us to recognize when to act wisely and when to concede for our safety and peace.