Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – गदा विमुक्तौ तौ भूयः समासद्येतरेतरम

Shloka (श्लोक)

गदा विमुक्तौ तौ भूयः समासद्येतरेतरम
मुष्टिभिर वज्रसंह्रादैर अन्यॊन्यम अभिजघ्नतुः

⚡ Quick Meaning

उन्होंने एक-दूसरे को मुष्टियों से मारा।

Translations

English Translation

In the midst of the fray, both parties released their maces, engaging in hand-to-hand combat, where fists struck with thunderous force against one another, demonstrating their relentless determination to dominate the battleground.

हिंदी अनुवाद

संघर्ष के बीच, दोनों पक्षों ने अपनी गदाओं को छोड़ दिया और हाथों से लड़ाई की, जहां मुट्ठियों ने एक-दूसरे पर गरजती हुई ताकत से प्रहार किया, जो उनकी विजयी इच्छा को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka portrays the transition from weaponry to more personal combat, highlighting the ferocity with which the warriors engaged one another.

Meaning

The shift to fist fighting embodies the primal nature of conflict, where brute strength and tenacity take precedence in the heat of battle.

Application

This verse serves as a reminder that in life, sometimes we must confront struggles directly, using our raw determination to overcome the odds.