Mahabharata Drona Parva – हतशिष्टा विशुद्धिरा भिन्नमस्तक पिण्डिकाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

हतशिष्टा विशुद्धिरा भिन्नमस्तक पिण्डिकाः
कुञ्जराः संयवर्तन्त युयुधान रथं परथि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates the state of destruction among the warriors, likening them to disfigured elephants returning to their true form.

Translations

English Translation

The warriors, having been dealt a crushing blow, are now reduced to broken remnants, like disassembled elephants, scattering in disarray on the battlefield, revealing the chaos of their defeat.

हिंदी अनुवाद

योद्धा, जिन्होंने भयानक आघात सहा है, अब टूटी हुई अवस्थाओं में हैं, जैसे असंरचित हाथी, युद्धक्षेत्र में बिखर गए हैं, उनकी हार के अराजकता को दर्शाते हुए।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Drona Parva symbolizes the tragedy of warfare, focusing on how valorous soldiers become mere shadows of their former selves.

Meaning

The vivid imagery highlights the impacts of battle upon the psyche and body of a warrior, reminding us of the fragile nature of life in conflict.

Application

This shloka can inspire reflection on the costs of violence and the essential nature of peace and unity.