Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अपरे पराद्रवन नागाः शल्यार्ता वरणपीडिताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अपरे पराद्रवन नागाः शल्यार्ता वरणपीडिताः
परतिमानैश च कुम्भैश च पेतुर उर्व्यां महाहवे

⚡ Quick Meaning

A tumultuous scene unfolds as serpents wriggle, beaten down by arrows, and dash forth onto the battlefield.

Translations

English Translation

On the battlefield, serpents, distressed and wounded by arrows, wandered out seeking refuge. They were struck down by the force of the fight, reflecting the chaos and turmoil surrounding the conflict between great warriors.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युद्धभूमि पर, नाग जो तीरों से घायल होकर पीड़ित थे, बाहर निकलते हैं। वे लड़ाई के बल से गिर जाते हैं, जो महान योद्धाओं के बीच संघर्ष की अराजकता और हलचल को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka depicts the chaotic aftermath of a fierce battle, emphasizing the repercussions faced not just by warriors, but also by creatures like serpents.

Meaning

The shloka symbolizes the universal suffering in warfare, extending beyond human participants to encompass all living beings affected by violence.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder of the collateral damage of conflicts, urging us to consider compassion for all life even in times of strife.