Mahabharata Virata Parva – स छिन्नधन्वा विरथॊ हताश्वॊ हतसारथिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

स छिन्नधन्वा विरथॊ हताश्वॊ हतसारथिः
गदापाणिर अवप्लुत्य तूर्णं चिक्षेप तां गदाम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Without a chariot, he strikes down his enemy swiftly wielding his mace.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes a significant moment when a warrior, deprived of a chariot, loses his horses and driver yet remains undeterred. Armed with a mace, he leaps forward and strikes fiercely, demonstrating resilience and valor even in challenging situations.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक महत्वपूर्ण क्षण का वर्णन करता है जब एक योद्धा, चariot से रहित होकर, अपने घोड़ों और सारथी को खो देता है फिर भी अडिग रहता है। गदा लिए, वह तेजी से आगे बढ़ता है और प्रचंड प्रहार करता है, कठिन परिस्थितियों में भी दृढ़ता और साहस को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Emerging from the Virata Parva, this verse showcases a warrior’s extraordinary bravery against the odds of battle.

Meaning

The shloka signifies the essence of resilience, highlighting that true strength manifests even in adversity when traditional means are stripped away.

Application

This prompts us to recognize our inner strength and adapt to situations, reminding us that challenges often unveil the fighter within.