Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – वयक्तं दरॊणमयं लॊकम अद्य पश्यति दुर्मतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

वयक्तं दरॊणमयं लॊकम अद्य पश्यति दुर्मतिः
निराशॊ जीवितान नूनम अद्य राज्याच च पाण्डवः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The foolish are now witnessing the world engulfed by Dronacharya; the Pandavas are hopeless, losing their kingdom.

Translations

English Translation

Here, the statement emphasizes how those with bad judgment see Dronacharya’s powerful influence everywhere. The Pandavas, filled with despair, appear to be losing hope of retaining their kingdom amidst this chaos.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यहाँ, एक बुरी सोच वाले लोग द्रोणाचार्य के प्रभाव का चारों ओर देख रहे हैं। पाण्डव, निराशा में, इस अराजकता के बीच अपने राज्य को बचाने की आशा खोते हुए दिखाई देते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka relates to the internal battles of the Pandavas as they grapple with despair during the unrelenting siege by Dronacharya.

Meaning

It underlines the tragic aspect of warfare where clarity is lost, and hope diminishes in the face of overwhelming odds.

Application

This serves as a powerful reminder that even in seemingly dire situations, clarity of thought can empower individuals to rediscover hope.