Mahabharata Vana Parva – विहाय कीर्तिं विपुलं यशश च; युद्धात परावृत्य पलायसे किम

Shloka (श्लोक)

[अर्ज]विहाय कीर्तिं विपुलं यशश च; युद्धात परावृत्य पलायसे किम
न ते ऽदय तूर्याणि समाहतानि; यथावद उद्यान्ति गतस्य युद्धे

⚡ Quick Meaning

Abandoning their fame and glory, what is the value of leaving the battlefield in this situation?

Translations

English Translation

This shloka questions the warriors about their decision to retreat and abandon their well-deserved fame and reputation in the heat of battle; it highlights the futility of retreating when they are in the midst of a significant fight.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक योधाओं से उनके निर्णय पर सवाल उठाता है कि वे बहेतर कीर्ति और यश को युद्ध के समय छोड़ने का क्या लाभ है; यह इस महत्वपूर्ण लड़ाई के दौरान पलायन की व्यर्थता को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This reflects the internal conflict faced by warriors during intense moments of war, emphasizing the psychological barriers to retreating.

Meaning

It encourages valor and determination to fight, showcasing the importance of standing ground even in tough times.

Application

This teaches us to confront our fears and challenges head-on, rather than fleeing from them.