Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – रुधिरॊक्षितसर्वाङ्गः सूतपुत्रः परतापवान

Shloka (श्लोक)
रुधिरॊक्षितसर्वाङ्गः सूतपुत्रः परतापवान
शरैः पञ्चाशता वीरः फल्गुनं परत्यविध्यत
तस्य तल लाघवं दृष्ट्वा नामृष्यत रणे ऽरजुनः
⚡ Quick Meaning
The son of the charioteer, drenched in blood, valiantly countered Arjuna’s attacks.
Translations
English Translation
The warrior, son of the charioteer, covered in blood, stood valiantly against Arjuna, hitting him with over fifty arrows. Witnessing his resilience, even Arjuna found himself hesitating in battle.
हिंदी अनुवाद
रक्त में सना हुआ सूतपुत्र अर्जुन के खिलाफ खड़ा रहा और उसे पचास से अधिक बाणों से लक्ष्य बनाया। उसकी हिम्मत को देखकर अर्जुन भी कुछ हिचकिचा गए।
Commentary
Context
This shloka illustrates a moment of fierce battle where even the mightiest experiences a moment of doubt in front of a formidable foe.
Meaning
It signifies the unpredictable nature of warfare and how absolute bravery can invoke admiration from opponents.
Application
This teaches that true valor can sometimes instill respect even among enemies, which is essential in conflict resolution.
