Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ते तस्य कवचं भित्त्वा पपुः शॊणितम आहवे

Shloka (श्लोक)

ते तस्य कवचं भित्त्वा पपुः शॊणितम आहवे
आशीविषा यथा नागा भित्त्वा गां सलिलं पपुः

⚡ Quick Meaning

They pierced through his armor, causing him to bleed in battle, similar to how snakes penetrate water.

Translations

English Translation

This verse describes a dramatic moment where the warriors penetrate the armor of their enemy, leading to bleeding in the battle. It draws a vivid analogy to how snakes move smoothly through water, emphasizing speed and precision in battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक नाटकीय क्षण का वर्णन करता है जहां योद्धा अपने दुश्मन के कवच को भेदते हैं, जिससे युद्ध में खून बहता है। यह सांपों के पानी में आराम से चलने के समानता का एक जीवंत उपमा प्रस्तुत करता है, जो युद्ध में गति और सटीकता को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This moment captures the ferocity of the battle, emphasizing the skill required to overcome an opponent’s defenses.

Meaning

It symbolizes how well-executed strategies can lead to breakthroughs in challenges, much like penetrating armor in battle.

Application

This shloka motivates efforts to meticulously plan and execute strategies in one’s own conflicts to achieve decisive victories.