Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ततॊ भीष्मरथात तूर्णम उत्पतन्ति पतत्रिणः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततॊ भीष्मरथात तूर्णम उत्पतन्ति पतत्रिणः
यैर अन्तरिक्षं भूमिश च सर्वतः समवस्तृतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

From Bhishma’s chariot, numerous birds arose, covering the sky and the earth everywhere.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates how, from Bhishma’s chariot, a multitude of birds took flight, filling the skies and the earth. This imagery evokes a sense of overwhelming power and the intensity of the battle, showcasing Bhishma’s dominant presence on the battlefield.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में दर्शाया गया है कि भीष्म के रथ से अनेक पक्षी उड़ान भरने लगे, जो आकाश और पृथ्वी को हर ओर भरने लगे। यह दृश्य भव्यता और युद्ध की तीव्रता का प्रतीक है, जो भीष्म की युद्धभूमि पर प्रबल उपस्थिति को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Mahabharata, this shloka highlights the moment when the essence of chaos and nature’s reaction to the battle is vividly depicted through the flight of birds.

Meaning

The flight of the birds symbolizes the freedom and chaos of warfare while reflecting the intensity of the ongoing battle. It correlates the natural world with human conflict.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of nature and human actions, encouraging mindfulness of our impacts on our surroundings, especially in times of strife.