Mahabharata Vana Parva – स राजधान्या निर्याय वैराटिः पृथिवीं जयः

Shloka (श्लोक)

[वै]स राजधान्या निर्याय वैराटिः पृथिवीं जयः
परयाहीत्य अब्रवीत सूतं यत्र ते कुरवॊ गताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka narrates the strategic guidance given before the decisive battle.

Translations

English Translation

As the king of Virata moved out, he pronounced victory for the warriors as he addressed the charioteer about the destination where the Kauravas headed, emphasizing the importance of this point in their military strategy.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब विराट का राजा बाहर निकला, तो उसने योद्धाओं के लिए विजय की घोषणा की और सारथी से उस स्थान के बारे में चर्चा की, जहाँ कुरवों ने कदम रखा, इसे अपनी सैन्य रणनीति में महत्वपूर्ण बताते हुए।

Commentary

Context

The passage highlights the readiness of the forces and the unfolding dynamics of the battlefield, particularly crucial in the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It stresses the significance of knowledge about the battlefield terrain and hidden strategies, reinforcing the principles of planning.

Application

This shloka reminds planners to account for all variables in their strategies, ensuring they are well-informed about the ground realities.