Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कान्त्या शशाङ्कस्य जवेन वायॊः;

Shloka (श्लोक)
कान्त्या शशाङ्कस्य जवेन वायॊः;
सथैर्येण मेरॊः कषमया पृथिव्याः
सूर्यस्य भासा धनदस्य लक्ष्म्या;
शौर्येण शक्रस्य बबलेन विष्णॊः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka metaphorically compares the warrior’s qualities to natural phenomena and celestial bodies.
Translations
English Translation
In this verse, the valor and strength of a courageous warrior are compared to the moon, wind, and earth. Just as the sun illuminates the world and wealth brings prosperity, so too does a hero’s bravery and divine favor become the light guiding them to success.
हिंदी अनुवाद
इस श्लोक में एक साहसी योद्धा की विशेषताओं की तुलना चंद्रमा, वायु और पृथ्वी से की गई है। जैसे सूर्य संसार को प्रकाशित करता है और धन समृद्धि लाता है, वैसे ही एक योद्धा की वीरता और दिव्य कृपा उन्हें सफलता की ओर ले जाने वाली रोशनी बन जाती है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka highlights the spiritual and moral courage found in legendary warriors amid the great conflict of the Kurukshetra war.
Meaning
It serves to remind us that true strength is often accompanied by grace, brilliance, and celestial support.
Application
We can draw inspiration from this to embody these qualities of perseverance and illumination in our own struggles.
