Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – हतेषु तेषु सर्वेषु वीतहव्यः सुतेष्व अथ

Shloka (श्लोक)

हतेषु तेषु सर्वेषु वीतहव्यः सुतेष्व अथ
पराद्रवन नगरं हित्वा भृगॊर आश्रमम अप्य उत

⚡ Quick Meaning

In the wake of loss, the king and his adherents fled the city, seeking refuge.

Translations

English Translation

After the death of all his men, bereft of hope and attachment, the king left the city, sprinting towards the ashram of Bhrigu, seeking solace and safety from the relentless chaos of the battlefield.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपने सभी सेनापतियों के मारे जाने के बाद, बिना किसी उम्मीद और लगाव के, राजा ने नगर छोड़ दिया, भीड़-भाड़ से भागते हुए भृगु के आश्रम की ओर बढ़ा, शांति और सुरक्षा की तलाश में।

Commentary

Context

This moment encapsulates the vulnerability of leadership amid chaos and loss, emphasizing the need for retreat during turmoil.

Meaning

The king’s flight signifies the human emotion of fear and the instinct to find refuge when faced with overwhelming despair.

Application

This shloka outlines the importance of seeking refuge in times of distress and understanding one’s limits in the face of adversity.