Mahabharata Shalya Parva – शून्यम आयॊधनं कृत्वा शरवर्षैः समन्ततः

Shloka (श्लोक)

शून्यम आयॊधनं कृत्वा शरवर्षैः समन्ततः
अभ्यद्रवत मद्रेशं तिष्ठ शल्येति चाब्रवीत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Creating an emptiness in the battlefield, Shalya urged the Madra king to hold position amidst a rain of arrows.

Translations

English Translation

By making the battlefield empty, Shalya commanded the Madra king to stand firm as a shower of arrows fell all around. This shloka highlights the tactical positions taken during the battle, where patience and strategy play critical roles for survival.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युद्ध क्षेत्र को सुनसान करते हुए, शल्य ने मद्र राज को आदेश दिया कि वह उस दौरान चारों ओर बिखरे तीरों के बीच ठहर जाए। यह श्लोक युद्ध में धैर्य और रणनीति के महत्वपूर्ण पहलुओं को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse signifies a key moment in the Shalya Parva of the Mahabharata, depicting the strategies employed by leaders to withstand enemy assaults.

Meaning

The verse emphasizes the importance of maintaining composure in challenging situations and the strength derived from tactical retreats.

Application

In life’s adversities, this shloka serves as a reminder of the value of patience and strategic thinking in overcoming difficulties.