Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अविध्यन मां पञ्चभिर दरॊणपुत्रः; शितैः शरैः पञ्चभिर वासुदेवम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अविध्यन मां पञ्चभिर दरॊणपुत्रः; शितैः शरैः पञ्चभिर वासुदेवम
अहं तु तं तरिंशता वज्रकल्पैः; समार्दयं निमिषस्यान्तरेण

⚡ Quick Meaning

The speaker recounts a moment of being targeted by multiple arrows during battle and their own strategic counter.

Translations

English Translation

This verse depicts a hair-raising moment where Dronaputra targets the speaker with several deadly arrows while the speaker, with skill and foresight, retaliates by launching a fierce counter-attack, showcasing the intensity of battle tactics.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक चुनौतीपूर्ण क्षण का वर्णन करता है जब द्रोणपुत्र ने नायक को कई गहन बाणों से लक्ष्य बनाया, जबकि नायक कुशलता और सूझबूझ से तेज़ी से आक्रमण का जवाब देता है, जो युद्ध की रणनीतियों की तीव्रता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is pivotal in illustrating the excitement and immediacy of confrontation in the Mahabharata, showcasing individual prowess in battle.

Meaning

It illustrates the interplay of strategy and courage required to navigate through intense combat situations.

Application

This serves as practical wisdom for facing challenges in life—remaining calm, strategic, and responsive in high-pressure scenarios.