Mahabharata Drona Parva – एते शब्दा भृशं तीव्राः परवृत्ताः कुरु सागरे

Shloka (श्लोक)

एते शब्दा भृशं तीव्राः परवृत्ताः कुरु सागरे
मुहुर मुहुर उदीर्यन्तः कम्पयन्ति हि मामकान

⚡ Quick Meaning

These intense sounds resonate repeatedly, striking fear in our hearts.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the overwhelming sounds that arise during the battle, which are so powerful that they induce fear in the hearts of the Pandavas. The recurrent nature of these sounds underscores the threat from the Kauravas.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध के दौरान उत्पन्न होने वाले तीव्र ध्वनियों की बात करता है, जो इतनी शक्तिशाली होती हैं कि ये पांडवों के दिलों में भय पैदा करती हैं। इन ध्वनियों की आवर्ती प्रकृति कौरवों से खतरों को रेखांकित करती है।

Commentary

Context

In Drona Parva, the narrative builds around the psychological battle as much as the physical one, with sounds symbolizing fear and impending doom.

Meaning

This shloka reflects the emotional turmoil faced by warriors, where sounds become a metaphor for dread and the psychological impact of warfare.

Application

It teaches us to confront our fears; much like warriors, we should be aware of the noise around us that may signal challenges ahead.