Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शरवेश्म परविष्टौ तौ ददृशाते न कैश चन

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरवेश्म परविष्टौ तौ ददृशाते न कैश चन
चन्द्रसूर्यौ यथा राजंश छाद्यमानौ जलागमे

⚡ Quick Meaning

Like the sun and moon obscured in the water, both warriors lost sight of one another amidst the arrows.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka depicts the moment when both warriors were so overwhelmed by the barrage of arrows that they became invisible to each other, reminiscent of the sun and moon being hidden when reflected in water, signifying confusion and loss in battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस क्षण का वर्णन करता है जब दोनों योद्धा बाणों की बौछार से इतने अभिभूत हो गए कि वे एक-दूसरे के लिए अदृश्य हो गए, जैसे पानी में सूर्य और चंद्रमा छिपे हुए हों, जो युद्ध में भ्रम और हानि का संकेत देता है।

Commentary

Context

The verse signifies the intense and chaotic environment of battle, where even the greatest warriors can become disoriented amidst the violence.

Meaning

It emphasizes the unpredictability of warfare, contemplating how even the most proficient can lose clarity in chaos.

Application

This shloka highlights the importance of maintaining composure and clarity of thought even in turbulent situations to navigate challenges effectively.