Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शस्त्राणां कवचानां च मणीनां च महात्मनाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

शस्त्राणां कवचानां च मणीनां च महात्मनाम
अन्तर्दधुः परभाभः सर्वा दीपैस तैर अवभासिताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys that all the glories and radiance of weapons and jewels vanished in the face of battle.

Translations

English Translation

All the glories of weapons and jewels belonging to the great ones disappeared, illuminated by those very lamps during the struggle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

महान व्यक्तियों के शस्त्र और आभूषण की सभी भव्यताएँ, उसी संघर्ष के समय दीपों से प्रकाशित होकर गायब हो गईं।

Commentary

Context

This evokes the intensity of the battlefield where even the strongest glories fade away under duress.

Meaning

It highlights the impermanence of material glory in the face of greater challenges and existential threats.

Application

This can remind individuals that spiritual and inner strength are more significant than external displays of power.