Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – ततः सैन्धवकॊ राजा दरुपदं विशिखैस तरिभिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततः सैन्धवकॊ राजा दरुपदं विशिखैस तरिभिः
ताडयाम आस समरे स च तं परत्यविध्यत

⚡ Quick Meaning

The Sindhu king attacked Drupada with three piercing arrows during the fierce battle.

Translations

English Translation

Thus, the Sindhu king launched a fierce assault on King Drupada, striking him three times with sharp arrows. The tension of the battlefield intensified as Drupada faced this onslaught, showcasing the brutal reality of the war and the fierce determination of his opponent.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस प्रकार, सैन्धव का राजा राजा द्रुपद पर ज़बरदस्त हमला करता है, उन्हें तीन बार तीक्ष्ण बाणों से लक्ष्य बनाता है। युद्ध के मैदान का तनाव और बढ़ जाता है क्योंकि द्रुपद इस हमले का सामना करते हैं, युद्ध की क्रूर वास्तविकता और अपने प्रतिद्वंद्वी की तीव्र संकल्प को दिखाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

In the heat of the battle described in the Bhishma Parva, this moment signifies a critical engagement between two powerful kings.

Meaning

The use of arrows symbolizes the aggression in conflict, while the three hits depict persistence and tactical prowess in warfare.

Application

This shloka reminds us that challenges often require multiple attempts to overcome, emphasizing the value of resilience in the face of adversity.