Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – निहत्य पृथिवीपालान सहस्रशतसंघशः

Shloka (श्लोक)

निहत्य पृथिवीपालान सहस्रशतसंघशः
खेदितॊ दरॊणकर्णाभ्यां दौःशासनि वशंगतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Having killed hundreds of kings, the agonized one is now subdued by Drona and Karna.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka narrates a scene of war where a once-great warrior, having defeated numerous kings, is now caught in the influence of formidable foes, illustrating the cycles of power and defeat.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध के दृश्य का वर्णन करता है, जहाँ एक समय का महान योद्धा, जिसने अनगिनत राजाओं को हराया, अब अत्यन्त शक्तिशाली दुश्मनों के प्रभाव में आता है। यह शक्ति और पराजय के चक्र को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Within the Ashvamedhika Parva, this verse highlights the drama of war, showcasing the twists of fate that can turn the tables on even the mightiest of warriors.

Meaning

The shloka reflects on the impermanence of power, as even the most successful can find themselves overpowered by others when the circumstances shift.

Application

This lesson teaches us humility and the reality of life’s unpredictability; we must remain vigilant and prepared for changes in our fortunes.