Mahabharata Drona Parva – बाहुभ्याम इव संतीर्णौ सिन्धुषष्ठाः समुद्रगाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

बाहुभ्याम इव संतीर्णौ सिन्धुषष्ठाः समुद्रगाः
तपान्ते सरितः पूर्णा महाग्राहसमाकुलाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates the overwhelming power of nature during the great battle, describing turbulent rivers and oceans.

Translations

English Translation

The tumultuous rivers, like mighty oceans, swell with force, cascading forward as if filled with monstrous energies, prominently displayed in the mighty conflict.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो तीव्र धाराएं महासागरों की भांति बहे रही हैं, वे युद्ध के दौरान शानदार शक्तियों से भरपूर हैं, विभिन्न शक्तियों का संग्रह दिखा रही हैं।

Commentary

Context

This excerpt from Drona Parva highlights how nature mirrors the chaos of the battlefield, providing insight into the philosophical aspects of warfare.

Meaning

The imagery of rivers as oceans symbolizes the vastness of conflict and nature’s involvement in human battles, depicting a universal struggle.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness of human conflict and nature, prompting reflections on our environment in times of distress.