Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कथम एनं महात्मानां शक्ष्यामः परतिवीक्षितुम

Shloka (श्लोक)

कथम एनं महात्मानां शक्ष्यामः परतिवीक्षितुम
लेलिह्यमानं सैन्यं मे हविष्मन्तम इवानलम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the ability to confront the great soul, envisioning the army being devoured like a fire.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker contemplates how they can confront such a great soul, envisioning their army being consumed like offerings in fire, highlighting their own helplessness.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता सोचता है कि वे एक महान आत्मा का सामना कैसे कर सकते हैं, यहाँ तक कि उनकी सेना को अग्नि में जैसे हविष्मंत का भस्म होना दर्शाया गया है।

Commentary

Context

This verse encapsulates the despair faced in the battlefield, revealing the overwhelming strength of Bhishma’s presence.

Meaning

It outlines the futility faced when confronting a powerful opponent, evoking a sense of dread regarding the outcome.

Application

When facing seemingly insurmountable challenges, we must remain aware of the impact of our own limitations and strategize our moves wisely.