Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – समीक्ष्य संख्ये ऽतिबालान नराधिपैर; नराश्वमातङ्गरथाञ शरैर हतान
Shloka (श्लोक)
समीक्ष्य संख्ये ऽतिबालान नराधिपैर; नराश्वमातङ्गरथाञ शरैर हतान
कथं न सर्वान अहितान रणे ऽवधीन; महास्त्रविद बराह्मणपुंगवॊ गुरुः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka queries the rationale behind a warrior’s decisions in confronting all enemies without hesitation.
Translations
English Translation
The narrator questions how even the grandest warriors, viewed amidst numerous powerful adversaries, could have been vanquished. Why, amidst such battlegrounds, did not the experts in weaponry safeguard everyone effectively?
हिंदी अनुवाद
किसी भी परिस्थिति में बडे योद्धाओं की हार पर प्रश्न उठाते हुए यह श्लोक कहता है कि युद्ध में निपुण विशेषज्ञों ने सभी की रक्षा क्यों नहीं की।
Commentary
Context
This shloka emerges in a dialogue amidst the chaos of battle, reflecting on tragic losses.
Meaning
It delves into the cognitive conflicts warriors face when strategizing against overwhelming odds.
Application
This shloka encourages introspection about the wisdom of choices made in leadership and protection during challenging times.
