Shloka (श्लोक)
वराश्वनरनागानां शरीरप्रभवा तदा
परलॊकार्णवमुखी गृध्रगॊमायुमॊदिनी
⚡ Quick Meaning
The bodies of warriors manifest like the ocean of the unseparated dead.
Translations
English Translation
In the fierce battle, the bodies of valiant warriors are portrayed as flowing into the ocean, symbolizing the cycle of life and death. The imagery suggests that their spirits are now hosted by the ravenous vulture, highlighting the harsh realities of war.
हिंदी अनुवाद
जंगी घमासान में, बहादुर योद्धाओं के शव एक महासागर की तरह बहते हैं, जीवन और मृत्यु के चक्र का प्रतीक। यह चित्रण दर्शाता है कि उनकी आत्माएँ अब गिद्ध के पास हैं, जो युद्ध की कठोर वास्तविकताओं को उजागर करता है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka illustrates the dreadful tableau of warriors’ bodies during the battlefield of Kurukshetra.
Meaning
It emphasizes the inevitable end that meets all beings, regardless of their valor, depicting the equalizing nature of death.
Application
This shloka serves as a reminder of mortality and the fleeting nature of life, urging us to embrace peace over conflict.
