Mahabharata Karna Parva – तत्र तत्र च संभ्रान्ता विच्चेरुर मत्तकुञ्जराः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तत्र तत्र च संभ्रान्ता विच्चेरुर मत्तकुञ्जराः
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⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka portrays wild elephants confused in the battlefield, resembling a forest engulfed in a fire.

Translations

English Translation

The verse depicts elephants in a state of disarray, much like wild animals caught in the flames of a forest fire, symbolizing panic and chaos around them.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध के मैदान में भ्रमित हाथियों की स्थिति को दर्शाता है, जैसे जंगली जानवर जंगल की आग में फँसे हुए हों, जिससे चारों ओर आतंक और अव्यवस्था का प्रतीक बनता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the Karna Parva, emphasizing the tumultuous environment of the Kurukshetra battlefield during intense encounters.

Meaning

The reference to elephants conveys the depth of confusion among the largest and strongest warriors of the battlefield, amplifying their fear.

Application

This shloka teaches us that even the most powerful can feel panic, reminding us to maintain composure in challenging times.