Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शल्ये तु निहते राजन मद्रराजपदानुगाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

[स]शल्ये तु निहते राजन मद्रराजपदानुगाः
रथाः सप्तशता वीरा निर्ययुर महतॊ बलात

⚡ Quick Meaning

Upon Shalya’s defeat, seven hundred brave warriors from Madra retreated.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka marks the aftermath of Shalya’s defeat where seven hundred valiant warriors from Madra, realizing they could no longer sustain the fight, withdrew with great force. This emphasizes the impact of leadership on morale and the consequences of defeat during wartime.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक शल्य की हार के बाद के परिणाम को दिखाता है जहाँ मद्र से सात सौ वीर योद्धाओं ने, यह समझते हुए कि वे लड़ाई को नहीं जारी रख सकते, बड़े बल के साथ पीछे हट गए। यह युद्ध के समय नेतृत्व के प्रभाव और हार के परिणामों को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

The retreat of these warriors demonstrates the significance of individual valor as well as group effectiveness, especially in key battles.

Meaning

This shows how leadership directly influences the performance and decision-making of subordinates in warfare.

Application

This highlights the importance of resilience and strategic decisions during crises, crucial for triumph in any challenging scenario.