Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ततः परादुष्करॊद दरॊणॊ बराह्मम अस्त्रं परंतपः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततः परादुष्करॊद दरॊणॊ बराह्मम अस्त्रं परंतपः
वधाय तेषां शूराणां पाञ्चालानाम अमर्षितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

In this shloka, Drona wields a powerful weapon in retaliation against his fierce enemies.

Translations

English Translation

Drona, driven by anger against the courageous Panchala warriors, uses a Brahma weapon—a celestial missile—determined to annihilate them. This act depicts the deep-seated emotions involved in warfare and the lengths to which a warrior might go when provoked.

हिंदी अनुवाद

द्रोण, पांछाल के साहसी योद्धाओं के प्रति क्रोध से प्रेरित होकर, एक ब्रह्म अस्त्र का उपयोग करते हैं—एक दिव्य मिसाइल—उनका विनाश करने के लिए दृढ़ संकल्पित। यह कार्य युद्ध में सम्मिलित गहरे भावनाओं को दर्शाता है और यह बताता है कि एक योद्धा को पीड़ित होने पर कितनी दूर जाना पड़ सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This passage illustrates a turning point in Drona’s engagement, marking the escalation of combat as supernatural forces are brought into play.

Meaning

The use of divine weaponry symbolizes the extreme measures taken in war, reflecting the desperation and resolve of a warrior.

Application

This shloka reminds us of the necessity of careful action and consequence during moments of intense emotional turmoil in our lives.