Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – एवं संजल्पतस तस्य बीभत्सॊः शत्रुघातिनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

एवं संजल्पतस तस्य बीभत्सॊः शत्रुघातिनः
शरुत्वापि परुषं वाक्यं सुशर्मा रथयूथपः
न चैवम अब्रवीत किं चिच छुभं वा यदि वाशुभम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka depicts the ominous silence of the charioteer Su-Sharman amidst the fiery declarations of a fierce warrior.

Translations

English Translation

As the fierce warrior spoke ominously, the charioteer Su-Sharman listened closely to the harsh words, yet maintained silence, either by choice or due to circumstances, indicating the gravity of the situation surrounding him.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब भयंकर योद्धा अमंगलकारी बातें करता है, तब रथ के सारथी सुशर्मा ने कठोर शब्दों को ध्यान से सुना, फिर भी चुप रहे, या तो अपने विवेक से या परिस्थितियों के कारण, यह दर्शाते हुए कि जो स्थिति उनके चारों ओर है वह कितनी गंभीर है।

Commentary

Context

This moment encapsulates the tension and severity present in the battlefield, as reflected through the reactions of the charioteer to the fierce warrior’s declarations.

Meaning

The charioteer’s silence amid the fierce declarations points to the gravity of battle and reflects how sometimes, choosing silence can be significant.

Application

It teaches us that silence can be a powerful response, especially in situations that demand contemplation and deeper understanding of the surrounding dynamics.