Mahabharata Vana Parva – भयेन दीनरूपॊ ऽसि दविषतां हर्षवर्धनः
Shloka (श्लोक)
[अर्ज]भयेन दीनरूपॊ ऽसि दविषतां हर्षवर्धनः
न च तावत कृतं किं चित परैः कर्म रणाजिरे
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka addresses the fear taking a toll on an individual, reflecting feelings of sorrow in the face of opponents.
Translations
English Translation
Fear has rendered you needy like a wretched person, and yet there isn’t any action taken by you against the adversaries who threaten to overwhelm.
हिंदी अनुवाद
भय ने तुम्हें एक दीन व्यक्ति की भांति बना दिया है, और फिर भी तुमने उन दुश्मनों के खिलाफ कुछ नहीं किया है, जो तुम्हारे अस्तित्व को चुनौती दे रहे हैं।
Commentary
Context
This verse depicts the human emotions of fear and helplessness that arise in the face of a threatening situation, especially in a battlefield context.
Meaning
It highlights how fear can debilitate even a valiant warrior, leading them to inaction in critical moments.
Application
This shloka serves as a lesson to confront fear directly, emphasizing that action is essential even in threatening circumstances.
