Mahabharata Stri Parva – अस्य गात्रगतान बाणान कार्ष्णि बाहुबलार्पितान

Shloka (श्लोक)

अस्य गात्रगतान बाणान कार्ष्णि बाहुबलार्पितान
उद्धरन्त्य असुखाविष्टा मूर्छमानाः पुनः पुनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses the agony of women trying to revive their fallen warriors.

Translations

English Translation

Overwhelmed by grief, these sorrowful women are trying to lift the lifeless bodies struck by arrows, exhibiting their anguish repeatedly as they call out for help.

हिंदी अनुवाद

दुख से अभिभूत, ये शोकाकुल महिलाएँ तीरों से मार दी गई निर्जीव शरीरों को उठाने की कोशिश कर रही हैं, अपनी पीड़ा को बार-बार व्यक्त करते हुए सहायता के लिए पुकार रही हैं।

Commentary

Context

This highlights personal loss amidst the chaos of war, portraying a strong emotional landscape present during the Stri Parva.

Meaning

It illustrates the desperation and helplessness faced by those left behind, visually powerful in its repetition and intensity.

Application

These sentiments resonate universally with the experience of loss and the struggle to cope with tragedy in warfare.