Mahabharata Shalya Parva – असज्जन्तस तनुत्रेषु शरौघाः परापतन भुवि

Shloka (श्लोक)

असज्जन्तस तनुत्रेषु शरौघाः परापतन भुवि
इन्द्राशनिसमस्पर्शा गाण्डीवप्रेषिताः शराः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates the relentless waves of arrows raining down on the battlefield.

Translations

English Translation

The verse describes the seemingly infinite downpour of arrows that descend upon the battlefield like the touch of divine beings, being skillfully launched by the expert archer using the Gandiva bow. It evokes the imagery of an overwhelming attack.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्धभूमि पर गिरने वाले तीरों की अनंत धारा का वर्णन करता है जो दिव्य beings के स्पर्श के समान होते हैं, जिसे गाण्डीव धनुष का कुशल उपयोग करते हुए प्रेषित किया जाता है। यह एक अद्वितीय हमले की छवि को जगाता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Shalya Parva, this verse captures the fierce and relentless nature of the ongoing battle where arrows fall like rain.

Meaning

It symbolizes how, in moments of war, overwhelming adversity can strike at any time and from all directions.

Application

The shloka serves as a metaphor for life’s challenges, encouraging individuals to prepare for and persevere through inevitable difficulties.