Mahabharata Shalya Parva – वञ्चयित्वा तथा भीमं गदया कुरुसत्तमः

Shloka (श्लोक)

वञ्चयित्वा तथा भीमं गदया कुरुसत्तमः
ताडयाम आस संक्रुद्धॊ वक्षॊ देशे महाबलः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse describes the fierce attack of a strong warrior on Bhima with a mace.

Translations

English Translation

The mighty warrior, furious and driven by vengeance, struck Bhima on the chest with his mace, having deceived him. The intensity of the battle escalates as warriors clash fiercely on the battlefield.

हिंदी अनुवाद

महाबल योद्धा ने भीम को झांसा देकर अपनी गदा से उसके वक्षस्थल पर प्रहार किया। युद्ध के इस क्षण में दोनों पक्षों के योद्धाओं के बीच भयंकर संघर्ष छिड़ गया।

Commentary

Context

Situating this event in the Shalya Parva, it highlights the intense confrontations during the great Kurukshetra war.

Meaning

The fierce attack symbolizes the turning tides in battle, showcasing the emotional and psychological challenges faced by the warriors.

Application

This shloka teaches us about resilience and the necessity of strategic thinking in the face of overwhelming challenges.