Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स भग्नहयचक्राक्षॊ विशीर्णध्वजकूबरः

Shloka (श्लोक)
स भग्नहयचक्राक्षॊ विशीर्णध्वजकूबरः
उत्पपात रथात तूर्णं मायाम आस्थाय राक्षसीम
⚡ Quick Meaning
The charioteer, with his broken axle, swiftly leaped from the chariot, taking refuge in an illusion.
Translations
English Translation
In the chaos of battle, a charioteer, whose chariot had suffered a broken axle, was compelled to escape swiftly. He resorted to an illusion, attempting to elude his powerful opponent. This act illustrates the desperation and strategic maneuvers that warriors utilized in the heat of combat to ensure survival.
हिंदी अनुवाद
युद्ध के उथल-पुथल में, एक सारथी, जिसकी गाड़ी का धुरा टूट गया था, तुरंत भागने के लिए मजबूर हुआ। उसने एक मायाएँ अपनाई, शक्तिशाली दुश्मन से बचने का प्रयास किया। यह क्रिया दिखाती है कि लड़ाई की गर्मी में योद्धा कैसे बचने के लिए चुनाव करने पर मजबूर होते हैं।
Commentary
Context
This shloka emphasizes the strategic retreats characters made when faced with overwhelming threats during the Kurukshetra war.
Meaning
The escape into an illusion symbolizes the cunning and tactical thinking required in warfare, as warriors often had to adapt to survive.
Application
In our lives, adaptability often determines success; when faced with overwhelming odds, a creative approach can make a vital difference.
