Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – भीषणं बद्धनिस्त्रिंशं बाणकार्मुकधारिणम

Shloka (श्लोक)

भीषणं बद्धनिस्त्रिंशं बाणकार्मुकधारिणम
तस्याधः सरॊतसॊ ऽपश्यद वारि भूरि दविजॊत्तमः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse describes an ominous figure bound by arrows, and an excellent bird-like warrior thinks heavily about this.

Translations

English Translation

A terrifying figure, ensnared by arrows and grasping a bow, captures the attention of an eminent bird warrior, who perceives the critical waters flowing below, indicative of the battle’s brewing intensity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक भयावह आकृति, तीरों से बंधी हुई और धनुष पकड़े हुए, एक बेजोड़ पक्षी योद्धा का ध्यान आकर्षित करती है, जो नीचे बहने वाले महत्व की धाराओं का अनुभव करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka conveys the gravity of the battlefield scenario, emphasizing the role of strong characters and their perception of environment in the Ashvamedhika Parva.

Meaning

The figure symbolizes the perils of warfare while the bird-like warrior represents wisdom, underscoring the importance of awareness in critical situations.

Application

Acknowledging the dangers of our surroundings is crucial for strategic planning, much like the warrior’s awareness in the verse.