Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – हितम आत्मसुतं दृष्ट्वा कलिङ्गानां जनाधिपः

Shloka (श्लोक)

हितम आत्मसुतं दृष्ट्वा कलिङ्गानां जनाधिपः
रथैर अनेकसाहस्रैर भिमस्यावारयद दिशः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Seeing his son slain, the Kalinga king halted Bhima with thousands of chariots.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka portrays the emotional turmoil of the Kalinga king after witnessing the death of his son, which compelled him to obstruct Bhima’s advance with a formidable fleet of chariots. It showcases the interplay of emotion and warfare.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कलिंग के राजा की भावनात्मक अशांति को दर्शाता है जब उन्होंने अपने बेटे की मौत को देखा, जिसने उन्हें भीम के आगे एक प्रभावशाली रथों की फौज के द्वारा रुकने के लिए मजबूर किया। यह भावनाओं और युद्ध के बीच की बारीकी को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

The shloka emphasizes the critical emotional drivers of war, spotlighting the personal stakes involved in these grand battles.

Meaning

It reflects the chaos and deep emotions that often accompany warfare, shaping the decisions made during battle.

Application

This insight reminds us of the emotional complexities we face in our struggles, encouraging us to be aware of the human side beneath the conflict.