Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – वृद्धौ विराटद्रुपदौ महारथौ; पृथक चमूभ्याम अभिवर्तमानौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

वृद्धौ विराटद्रुपदौ महारथौ; पृथक चमूभ्याम अभिवर्तमानौ
यदा दरष्टारौ धार्तराष्ट्रान स सैन्यांस; तदा युद्धं धार्तराष्ट्रॊ ऽनवतप्स्यत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the fierce arrival of two great warriors in the battlefield.

Translations

English Translation

When the elderly Virata and Drupada, both great charioteers, were seen separated with their respective armies, at that moment, the Kauravas were poised for serious warfare.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब वृद्ध विराट और द्रुपद, जो महारथी हैं, अपने-अपने सैन्य के साथ पृथक दिखाई दिए, तब उस क्षण कौरव गंभीर युद्ध के लिए तत्पर थे।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is a part of the Udyoga Parva, depicting a crucial moment on the battlefield of Kurukshetra.

Meaning

It signifies the emergence of key warriors and the intensity that comes with the impending conflict.

Application

Understanding this moment helps in comprehending the gravity of choices and the responsibility of leaders in war.