Mahabharata Drona Parva – रथाक्षमात्रैर इषुभिर अभ्यवर्षद घटॊत्कचः

Shloka (श्लोक)

रथाक्षमात्रैर इषुभिर अभ्यवर्षद घटॊत्कचः
रथिनाम ऋषभं दरौणिं धाराभिर इव तॊयदः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Ghatotkacha rained arrows on Drona, tearing through the charioteers like torrential rain.

Translations

English Translation

Ghatotkacha unleashed a downpour of arrows upon Drona that pierced through the charioteers as if a storm were pouring down rain, demonstrating his powerful archery skills amid the chaos of battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

घटोत्कच ने द्रोण पर बाणों की बौछार कर दी, जो रथियों को ऐसे भेद रही थी जैसे कोई बाढ़ आ रही हो; इसने युद्ध के दौरान उसकी तीरंदाजी कौशल को दर्शाया।

Commentary

Context

This represents an intense moment in the Drona Parva where Ghatotkacha demonstrates his prowess against Drona, highlighting the chaos of war.

Meaning

The imagery of arrows falling like rain illustrates the overwhelming force Ghatotkacha exerted during the battle against a skilled warrior.

Application

This encourages us to face challenges decisively and to utilize our skills to overcome obstacles, much like Ghatotkacha did in battle.