Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – स तेन वारणॊ राजन मर्माण्य अभिहतॊ भृशम

Shloka (श्लोक)

स तेन वारणॊ राजन मर्माण्य अभिहतॊ भृशम
पपात सहसा भूमौ वज्ररुग्ण इवाचलः

⚡ Quick Meaning

A great warrior fell to the ground, wounded severely, like a mountain struck by thunder.

Translations

English Translation

The powerful king, upon receiving a lethal blow, collapsed to the earth suddenly, just as a great mountain might fall when struck by a mighty thunderbolt. This illustrates the overwhelming force faced by the king during battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

महान warrior को एक घातक प्रहार मिलने के बाद, अचानक पृथ्वी पर गिरते हुए देखा गया, जैसे कोई विशाल पर्वत भयंकर गर्जना से गिरता है। यह राजा की लड़ाई के दौरान भयंकर बल को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse describes a significant moment in battle when a king is struck down, highlighting the severity of the conflict within the Ashvamedhika Parva.

Meaning

The imagery of a collapsing mountain emphasizes the strength of the blow dealt to the king, emphasizing the intense suffering faced during warfare.

Application

This shloka teaches us about the unpredictable nature of life and war, urging one to be prepared for sudden life-altering events.