Mahabharata Ashvamedhika Parva – ततस तरिगर्तराजानं सूर्यवर्माणम आहवे
Shloka (श्लोक)
ततस तरिगर्तराजानं सूर्यवर्माणम आहवे
वितत्य शरजालेन परजहास धनंजयः
⚡ Quick Meaning
Arjuna laughs at the enemy, engaging with the Tarigrata king, Surya Varma, by unleashing a rain of arrows.
Translations
English Translation
Then, the great archer, Dhananjaya, mocked the king of Tarigrata, Surya Varma, by releasing a stockpile of arrows in battle. His laughter echoed through the battlefield, creating a sense of fear among the enemy ranks.
हिंदी अनुवाद
तत्पश्चात् धनञ्जय ने तरिगर्त राज सूर्यवर्मा का उपहास करते हुए युद्ध में बाणों की बड़ी बौछार की। उनकी हंसी युद्धभूमि में गूंज उठी, जिससे शत्रु की पंक्तियों में डर पैदा हुआ।
Commentary
Context
This event takes place during the Ashvamedhika Parva, where Arjuna is engaged in fierce combat against the enemy kings who oppose his sovereignty.
Meaning
The shloka highlights Arjuna’s strategic prowess in battle, using psychological tactics such as laughter to unsettle his foes before attacking with precision.
Application
The verse teaches us the importance of confidence and strategy in overcoming challenges, as well as the impact of psychological warfare in competitive situations.
