Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दृष्ट्वा कृष्णं तु दाशार्हम अर्जुनार्थे वयवस्थितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

दृष्ट्वा कृष्णं तु दाशार्हम अर्जुनार्थे वयवस्थितम
शिनीनाम ऋषभं चैव मन्ये शॊचन्ति पुत्रकाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Seeing Krishna, the chief of the Yadavas, prepared for Arjuna in battle, the sons felt grief for their fate.

Translations

English Translation

Upon noticing Krishna, who supports Arjuna in the battle, the sons of Dhritarashtra mourned their impending defeat. They recognized his superiority and the inevitable fall of their side.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब भीष्म पूरी तरह कृष्ण को देखते हैं, जो अर्जुन के लिए युद्ध में तैयार हैं, तो धृतराष्ट्र के पुत्र अपनी हार को लेकर शोक करते हैं। वे उसकी श्रेष्ठता को पहचानते हैं और अपनी हार को अनिवार्य मानते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka portrays the emotional turmoil faced by the Kauravas as they come to terms with the presence of divine intervention in the battle.

Meaning

The acknowledgment of Krishna’s role indicates the shifting tides of fate and destiny in conflict, underlining the inevitability of divine will in human affairs.

Application

It reminds us to be aware of the larger forces at play in our struggles and to remain humble in the face of overwhelming odds.