Mahabharata Drona Parva – चेदिराजं च विक्रान्तं राजसेनापतिं बली

Shloka (श्लोक)

चेदिराजं च विक्रान्तं राजसेनापतिं बली
अर्घे विवदमानं च जघान पशुवत तदा

⚡ Quick Meaning

The powerful king Chedivaraja, who was known for his valor, was attacked like an animal in a sacrificial ritual.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka narrates the defeat of King Chedivaraja, highlighting his bravery and strength. He was struck down ruthlessly during a conflict, likened to an animal being killed in a sacrifice. This reflects the harsh realities of war and the fate that befalls even the mightiest.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक राजा चेदिराज की हार का वर्णन करता है, जो अपने साहस और शक्ति के लिए जाने जाते थे। उन्हें संघर्ष के दौरान निर्दयता से मारा गया, पशु के बलिदान की तरह। यह युद्ध की कठोर वास्तविकताओं और सबसे शक्तिशाली पर भी पड़ने वाले भाग्य को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears during the ongoing conflicts in the Drona Parva, illustrating the relentless nature of warfare.

Meaning

The imagery used in the shloka serves to convey the brutality and unforgiving nature of war, where strength is often insufficient for survival.

Application

This message encourages us to reflect on the consequences of conflict and to find non-violent resolutions to disputes whenever possible.