Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स छिन्नधन्वा विरथः शीर्णवर्मा शरार्दितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

स छिन्नधन्वा विरथः शीर्णवर्मा शरार्दितः
अपायासीद रणात तूर्णं धर्मपुत्रॊ युधिष्ठिरः

⚡ Quick Meaning

युधिष्ठिर, जो अब कवच और धनुष खो चुका था, शीर्ण अवस्था में युद्ध के मैदान से भाग गए।

Translations

English Translation

Yudhishthira, now weakened and disarmed, fled the battlefield like a king stripped of his armor, showcasing the despair and desperation faced during dire moments of war.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युधिष्ठिर, जो अब कमजोर और निरस्त्र हो चुके थे, युद्ध के मैदान से भाग गए जैसे कोई राजा अपनी कवच खो चुका हो, जो युद्ध के कठिन क्षणों का अनुभव दिखाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka marks a crucial moment of retreat for Yudhishthira, revealing the harsh realities and emotions warriors faced during battle.

Meaning

It symbolizes the feeling of defeat and retreat; even the most resilient can feel powerless in the face of overwhelming odds.

Application

This teaches that in life, recognizing when to retreat can be as important as standing one’s ground, allowing one to regroup and strategize for future endeavors.