Shloka (श्लोक)
अपाराणाम इव दवीपम अगाधे गाधम इच्छताम
सरॊतसा यामुनेनेव शरौघेण परिप्लुतम
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka illustrates a powerful flood overwhelming an island, symbolizing a great onslaught in battle.
Translations
English Translation
The verse compares the overwhelming force of arrows in battle to an unstoppable flood engulfing an island, portraying the destruction wrought by war amidst a desperate attempt for survival.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक युद्ध में बाणों की अपार भागदौड़ को एक द्वीप को घेरने वाले बाढ़ के अनरूप चित्रित करता है, जो युद्ध द्वारा उत्पन्न विनाश को दर्शाता है।
Commentary
Context
Found in a pivotal moment of the Drona Parva, this shloka emphasizes the chaos and destruction in the Kurukshetra war.
Meaning
The vivid imagery highlights not just the physical conflict but also the psychological turmoil experienced by warriors.
Application
This inspires us to recognize and confront the overwhelming challenges we face in our own lives with courage and clarity.
