Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शरुतायुर अपि चाम्बष्ठः कषत्रियाणां धनुर्धरः

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरुतायुर अपि चाम्बष्ठः कषत्रियाणां धनुर्धरः
चरन्न अभीतवत संख्ये निहतः सव्यसाचिना

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the bravery of a Kshatriya who fell in battle.

Translations

English Translation

Even Sharutayu, a courageous Kshatriya and expert archer, who moved steadfastly in battle, fell at the hands of the fierce Savyasachin, Arjuna.

हिंदी अनुवाद

शरुतायु, एक साहसी क्षत्रिय और कुशल धनुर्धर, जो युद्ध में स्थिरता से आगे बढ़े, वीर सव्यसाचिन, अर्जुन के हाथों मारे गए।

Commentary

Context

This verse illustrates the fierce struggle and high stakes on the battlefield during the Kurukshetra War.

Meaning

It illustrates that no matter how skilled, every warrior faces their fate, reinforcing the unpredictability of war.

Application

This shloka teaches us humility in the face of challenges, as success is not always guaranteed.