Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – तं शरुत्वा निनदं घॊरं तव सैन्यस्य मारिष

Shloka (श्लोक)

तं शरुत्वा निनदं घॊरं तव सैन्यस्य मारिष
मारुतॊद्धूत वेगस्य समुद्रस्येव पर्वणि
दुर्यॊधनस तदा राजा आर्श्य शृङ्गिम अभाषत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the terrifying sound of Duryodhana’s army, likening it to the roaring of a tempestuous sea.

Translations

English Translation

Upon hearing the dreadful noise of Duryodhana’s army, like the roaring of a tempestuous ocean, the mighty king Duryodhana spoke a few words. This shloka signifies the atmosphere of dread and impending battle that surrounded the Kaurava forces.

हिंदी अनुवाद

दुर्योधन की सेना के भयावह शोर सुनकर, जैसे चक्रवाती समुद्र की गर्जना हो, दुर्योधन ने कुछ शब्द बोले। यह श्लोक कुरुवंश की सेना के चारों ओर छाए भय और युद्ध की भावना को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears during the Bhishma Parva, illustrating the tension before significant battles in the Mahabharata.

Meaning

The context reflects the psychological warfare at play, where sound becomes a harbinger of violence and forebodes the fierce conflict that is about to ensue.

Application

This shloka reminds us of the importance of awareness and preparedness in challenging times, not just physically but mentally as well.