Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तस्याश्वाः परद्रुता राजन निहते रथसारथौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्याश्वाः परद्रुता राजन निहते रथसारथौ
तेन तेनैव धावन्ति मनॊमारुतरंहसः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The horses fled from the battlefield after the charioteer’s defeat.

Translations

English Translation

Upon witnessing the charioteer’s fall, Bhishma’s adversaries’ horses bolted in panic, emphasizing the psychological aspect of warfare where morale plays a crucial role in battle outcomes.

हिंदी अनुवाद

सारथी की हत्या को देखते हुए भीष्म के विरोधियों के घोड़े आतंकित होकर भाग खड़े हुए, यह युद्ध की मनोवैज्ञानिक स्थिति को दर्शाता है, जहाँ मनोबल लड़ाई के परिणामों में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाता है।

Commentary

Context

This incident highlights the chaos and unpredictability of battle, where even the strongest warriors can face dire consequences leading to panic among their forces.

Meaning

The shloka symbolizes the ripple effect in war; the fall of a leader can lead to disarray and loss of courage among the followers.

Application

This teaches us the importance of strong leadership and the impact of morale in achieving success, whether in battle or in our personal endeavors.