Mahabharata Karna Parva – शीर्ष पाषाण संछन्नाः केशशैवलशाद्वलाः

Shloka (श्लोक)
शीर्ष पाषाण संछन्नाः केशशैवलशाद्वलाः
अस्थि संघातसंकीर्णा धनुः शरवरॊत्तमाः
⚡ Quick Meaning
Heads are crushed like stones, mixed with hair, while arrows and bows lie scattered.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka details the horrifying aftermath of battle, where severed heads and scattered body parts intertwine with weaponry in chaos. It evokes a strong response to the brutality of war, illustrating the tragic consequences of violence and the destruction of life.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक युद्ध के बाद की भयानक स्थिति का विवरण देता है, जहाँ कटे हुए सिर और बिखरे हुए अंग अस्त्रों के साथ मिल गए हैं। यह युद्ध की क्रूरता पर एक प्रबल प्रतिक्रिया लाता है, जो हिंसा के दुखद परिणामों और जीवन के विनाश को दर्शाता है।
Commentary
Context
Featured in the Karna Parva, this verse starkly unveils the gruesome outcomes of war, prompting reflections on mortality.
Meaning
The imagery presents a grim reality of conflict, evoking deep sorrow over the loss of life, revealing warfare’s harsh truths.
Application
This shloka serves as a powerful call for peace and understanding, reminding us of the grave consequences of conflict and the value of every life.
