Mahabharata Drona Parva – ततॊ दीप्ताग्निसंकाशां शतघण्टाम अलंकृताम

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततॊ दीप्ताग्निसंकाशां शतघण्टाम अलंकृताम
चिक्षेप समरे तस्मै गदां काञ्चनभूषणाम

⚡ Quick Meaning

A powerful warrior threw a shining mace at his opponent, adorned with a hundred bells.

Translations

English Translation

In a fierce battle, a mighty warrior, resembling a blazing fire, hurled a beautifully adorned mace at his foe. This mace was embellished with a hundred bells, symbolizing both its elegance and the force behind it. The action was a testament to the intense combat scenario unfolding around them.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक तीव्र युद्ध में, एक बलशाली योद्धा, जो दीप्तिमान अग्नि के समान था, ने अपने दुश्मन पर ख़ूबसूरती से सजायी गई गदा फेंकी। यह गदा सौ घड़ियों से सजी हुई थी, जो इसकी सुंदरता और बल को दर्शाती थी। यह क्रिया उस तीव्र युद्ध की गवाही देती है जो चारों ओर चल रहा था।

Commentary

Context

This shloka comes from the Drona Parva, describing a moment of fierce combat during the great war of Kurukshetra.

Meaning

The image of the mace symbolizes the strength and valor of warriors engaged in battle, adorned with reminders of honor and tradition.

Application

In life, we often face challenges that require us to summon our inner strength and valor, much like the warriors in battle, highlighting the importance of courage and determination.