Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अथ दध्मुर महाशङ्खान धृष्टद्युम्न शिखण्डिनौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

अथ दध्मुर महाशङ्खान धृष्टद्युम्न शिखण्डिनौ
यमौ च युयुधानश च पाण्डवश च वृकॊदरः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Then, the great conch shells were blown by Dhritadyumna, Shikhandi, and others of the Pandava side.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates the sound of victory as the Pandavas blow their conches, symbolizing the commencement of the battle. It signifies unity among the warriors and serves as a powerful alertment to the Kauravas of the impending clash.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक विजय की ध्वनि को दर्शाता है जब पाण्डवों के धृष्टद्युम्न, शिखण्डी और अन्य लोग अपने शंख बजाते हैं, जो युद्ध के आरंभ का प्रतीक है। यह योद्धाओं के बीच एकता को दर्शाता है और कौरवों को impending संघर्ष का शक्तिशाली संकेत देता है।

Commentary

Context

At this moment, the blowing of conch shells signifies the initiation of a historical battle, charging the atmosphere with energy.

Meaning

The conches symbolize not just sound but the unity and collective strength of the Pandava army facing their opponents.

Application

This shloka can be seen as a reminder of how unity and coordinated action can result in significant momentum in any endeavor.