Mahabharata Drona Parva – माधवस तु रणे राजन कुरुराजस्य धन्विनः

Shloka (श्लोक)
माधवस तु रणे राजन कुरुराजस्य धन्विनः
धनुश चिच्छेद सहसा कषुरप्रेण हसन्न इव
अथैनं छिन्नधन्वानं शरैर बहुभिर आचिनॊत
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka describes the valiant act of Madhava in battle, cutting the bow of the Kururaja.
Translations
English Translation
Madhava, in the battle, swiftly cut the bow of the Kururaja with a sharp arrow as if he were laughing. He then attacked the bowless warrior with numerous arrows, ensuring his power was unmistakable on the battlefield.
हिंदी अनुवाद
माधव ने युद्ध में कुरुराज का धनुष तेज तीर से बिलकुल हँसते-हँसते काट दिया। फिर धनुष-विहीन योद्धा पर कई तीरों से आक्रमण किया, जिससे उसकी शक्ति युद्धभूमि पर स्पष्ट रूप से दिखी।
Commentary
Context
This incident occurs during the Drona Parva, highlighting the prowess of Madhava in the heat of battle against the Kurus.
Meaning
The shloka emphasizes the skill and audacity of Madhava, portraying him as a formidable warrior unyielding in combat.
Application
This verse teaches us that strategic thinking and decisive action can lead to victory in the face of formidable adversaries.
