Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दरॊणास्त्रम अभिहत्यैष विमर्दे मधुसूदन

Shloka (श्लोक)

दरॊणास्त्रम अभिहत्यैष विमर्दे मधुसूदन
महेष्वासॊ हतः शेते नद्या हृत इव दरुमः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka depicts the aftermath of a fierce battle where a mighty warrior lies slain.

Translations

English Translation

In the battle, the mighty Madhusudana has struck down the great warrior, who now lies as lifeless as a tree uprooted by the river’s fierce flow, symbolizing the end of an era.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युद्ध में, महान मधुसूदन ने उस महान योद्धा को गिरा दिया है, जो अब नदी के प्रचंड प्रवाह द्वारा उखड़े गए वृक्ष की तरह निर्जीव लेटा है, जो एक युग के अंत का प्रतीक है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka presents a powerful image of destruction in the midst of a great battle, characterizing the fierce encounters faced by its heroes.

Meaning

It serves as a poignant reminder of mortality and the loss faced in the pursuit of valor on the battlefield.

Application

This verse encourages respect for the sacrifices made in battle and highlights the transient nature of life and heroism.