Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ततः शरौघैः परदिशॊ दिशश च; रविप्रभा कर्ण रथश च राजन

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततः शरौघैः परदिशॊ दिशश च; रविप्रभा कर्ण रथश च राजन
अदृश्य आसीत कुपिते धनंजये; तुषारनीहारवृतं यथा नभः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The battlefield was filled with arrows, creating an atmosphere like a storm around Karna’s chariot.

Translations

English Translation

Surrounded by a torrent of arrows, Karna’s chariot stood out like a blazing sun, becoming nearly invisible amidst the fierce clash, resembling the snowy mist descending upon the earth during a storm.

हिंदी अनुवाद

बाणों की बौछार में घिरा, करन का रथ एक प्रज्वलित सूर्य के समान था, भयंकर संघर्ष के बीच लगभग अदृश्य हो गया, जैसे तूफान के दौरान पृथ्वी पर गिरने वाला बर्फीला कोहरा।

Commentary

Context

This shloka unfolds during an intense battle scene, representing the overwhelming nature of warfare and chaos.

Meaning

The imagery here illustrates the overwhelming power of the forces at play, as the clash of arrows creates an overwhelming storm-like situation.

Application

It serves as a metaphor for life’s challenges, where overwhelming situations can obscure clarity, urging us to find our grounding amidst chaos.