Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – एष कार्ष्णिर महेष्वासॊ दवितीय इव फल्गुनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

एष कार्ष्णिर महेष्वासॊ दवितीय इव फल्गुनः
चमूं दरावयते करॊधाद वृत्रॊ देव चमूम इव

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the prowess of Arjuna, likening him to a mighty warrior who instills fear in the enemy forces.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka compares Arjuna, the skilled archer, to the second form of the divine, who drives the enemy forces away with wrath, just like Indra drives away the demon Vritra with his divine army. It signifies the valor of a hero in battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक अर्जुन की शक्ति की तुलना एक महाकवि से करता है, जो क्रोध में दुश्मन की सेनाओं को भगाता है, जैसे इंद्र वृत्र को अपनी देवी सेना के साथ भगा देते हैं। यह युद्ध में नायक की वीरता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in Bhishma Parva, this shloka portrays Arjuna’s impact on the battlefield during the Kurukshetra War.

Meaning

Arjuna’s character represents not just physical strength, but also the righteous anger that can turn the tide of battle in favor of justice.

Application

This emphasizes the importance of using one’s talents and virtues to stand against adversity and injustice.