Mahabharata Karna Parva – ततः परववृते युद्धं मध्यं पराप्ते दिवाकरे

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततः परववृते युद्धं मध्यं पराप्ते दिवाकरे
यादृशं न कदाचिद धि दृष्टपूर्वं न च शरुतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The battle commenced violently at midday, unlike anything seen or heard before.

Translations

English Translation

As the sun reached its zenith, an unprecedented battle erupted, fierce and chaotic, bearing no resemblance to any historical encounter, resonating with ferocity and intensity unheard of in previous conflicts.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जैसे ही सूर्य मध्य में पहुंचा, एक अप्रत्याशित युद्ध शुरू हुआ, जो हिंसक और अराजक था, जिसका किसी ऐतिहासिक संघर्ष से कोई समानता नहीं थी, यह पहले के संघर्षों में अनसुनी तीव्रता के साथ गूंज रहा था।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the sudden shift in the atmosphere of battle during the crucial hours of the day, as narrated in the Karna Parva.

Meaning

The intensity of battle here signifies a turning point in the conflict, invoking the chaos that war can bring.

Application

It serves as a reminder that pivotal moments can lead to unprecedented outcomes, shaping the course of events dramatically.