Mahabharata Drona Parva – ततः परववृते युद्धं कुरूणां सात्वतस्य च

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततः परववृते युद्धं कुरूणां सात्वतस्य च
दरॊणस्य च रणे राजन घॊरं देवासुरॊपमम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The battle of Kurukshetra intensified fiercely, resembling a conflict between gods and demons.

Translations

English Translation

As the battle commenced, it was marked by an unparalleled intensity among the Kurus and the warriors of the Yadava clan, where Drona, an esteemed warrior, showcased his prowess, making the combat resemble the epic encounters between divine beings and demonic forces.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जैसे ही युद्ध की शुरुआत हुई, यह कुरु और यादव योद्धाओं के बीच अभूतपूर्व तीव्रता द्वारा चिह्नित हुआ। द्रोण, एक प्रतिष्ठित योद्धा, ने अपनी कुशलता का प्रदर्शन किया, जिससे यह युद्ध देवताओं और दानवों के बीच की महाकाव्य मुठभेड़ों जैसा प्रतीत हुआ।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emerges at a critical moment in the Drona Parva, emphasizing the fierce disposition of warriors at the onset of the battle.

Meaning

The mention of a battle akin to a divine conflict indicates the high stakes involved, presenting Kurukshetra as a battlefield of cosmic significance.

Application

This shloka reminds us of the gravity of conflict; it teaches how struggles can reflect larger universal themes of good versus evil.