Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – शीर्षॊपल समाकीर्णा हस्तिग्राहसमाकुला

Shloka (श्लोक)

शीर्षॊपल समाकीर्णा हस्तिग्राहसमाकुला
कवचॊष्णीष फेनाढ्या धनुर दवीपासि कच्छपा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse describes how the battlefield is strewn with chariots and soldiers, creating a chaotic and tumultuous scene.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka details an overcrowded battlefield filled with soldiers, chariots, and weaponry, presenting an image of turmoil and chaos in the heat of battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में उस युद्धभूमि का वर्णन किया गया है जहाँ सैनिक, रथ और शस्त्रों से भरे हुए हैं, जो युद्ध की गर्मी में अशांति और अराजकता का चित्र प्रस्तुत करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse, located in the Bhishma Parva, captures the chaotic essence of warfare and the experiences of those caught in the fray.

Meaning

The vivid images reveal the nature of war as one of confusion and disorder, often obscuring the toll it takes on humanity.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder of the disarray that accompanies conflict, urging the importance of clarity and purpose in our actions.