Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – शिरॊभिः परपतद्भिश च बाहुभिश च विभूषितैः

Shloka (श्लोक)

शिरॊभिः परपतद्भिश च बाहुभिश च विभूषितैः
अश्मवृष्टिर इवाभाति पाणिभिश च सहाङ्कुशैः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The chariots adorned with great strength resemble a rain of stones.

Translations

English Translation

The striking image of warlords and their powerful chariots adorned with the heads and arms of soldiers is likened to a downpour of stones, showcasing the ferocity of the battle and the might of the combatants.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युद्ध के दौरान जहां राजाओं और उनके शक्तिशाली रथों के साथ संचालित होना भव्य अश्सों के सिरों और भुजाओं से सुशोभित है, वहीं यह दृश्य पत्थरों की बारिश की तरह प्रतीत होता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka describes the chaotic and intense battle scenes during the Bhishma Parva, painting a vivid imagery of the warriors and their chariots.

Meaning

The blend of heads and arms among the chariots represents the loss of life and the carnage that accompanies war, emphasizing the severity of the conflict.

Application

This shloka can be reflected upon to understand the destructiveness of battle and the sacrifices made by warriors in pursuit of glory.