Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ते हेमपुङ्खैर इषुभिर आचिता हेममालिनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ते हेमपुङ्खैर इषुभिर आचिता हेममालिनः
हताः पेतुर महानागाः साग्निज्वाला इवाद्रयः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The celestial serpents fell, struck down by arrows decorated with gold, akin to magnificent flames.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes how the mighty serpents of the battlefield were struck down by arrows adorned with gold, likening their descent to that of brilliant flames extinguished in an instant.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि युद्ध के शक्तिशाली नाग सुनहरे बाणों से हत हुए, जिनकी गिरावट को एक क्षण में बुझी हुई अद्भुत ज्वालाओं के समान बताया गया है।

Commentary

Context

This moment occurs during intense clashes where mighty warriors face devastating blows, emphasizing the seriousness of the battle.

Meaning

The use of gold in the arrows adds a sense of sanctity and worth to the fallen warriors, suggesting their high valor in combat.

Application

This reminds us that struggles in life can often seem overwhelming, but facing them with courage can lead to impactful outcomes.