Mahabharata Vana Parva – निहत्य गृध्रराजं स छिन्नाभ्र शिखरॊपमम
Shloka (श्लोक)
निहत्य गृध्रराजं स छिन्नाभ्र शिखरॊपमम
ऊर्ध्वम आचक्रमे सीतां गृहीत्वाङ्केन राक्षसः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka concludes the battle as Ravana slays Jatayu and takes Sita away.
Translations
English Translation
In this final moment, after defeating Jatayu, Ravana, akin to a thunderous mountain peak, takes Sita and ascends into the sky. This act encapsulates the sorrow of loss and the profound consequences of conflict.
हिंदी अनुवाद
इस अंतिम क्षण में, जटायू को पराजित करने के बाद, रावण, एक गर्जनशील पर्वत की तरह, सीता को उठाकर आकाश में चला जाता है। यह कार्य संघर्ष के परिणामों और हानि की गहरी भावना को दर्शाता है।
Commentary
Context
This event propels the narrative forward, deeply intertwining the themes of sacrifice and struggle in the epic.
Meaning
Jatayu’s defeat signifies the harsh reality of battles between good and evil, reflecting the inevitability of loss in the epic cycle.
Application
This shloka serves as a reminder of the challenges faced when striving for goodness and the enduring need for resilience amidst defeat.
