Mahabharata Drona Parva – शैक्यायसानि वर्माणि कांस्यानि च समन्ततः

Shloka (श्लोक)

शैक्यायसानि वर्माणि कांस्यानि च समन्ततः
भित्त्वा देहांस तथा तेषां शरा जग्मुर महीतलम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the destruction of shields and armor, leading to the impactful descent of arrows upon the earth.

Translations

English Translation

The arrows penetrated through armor and shields from all sides, piercing into the bodies of the soldiers, underscoring the devastating consequences of battle on the battlefield.

हिंदी अनुवाद

तीर चारों ओर से कवच और ढालों में प्रवेश करते हैं, सैनिकों के शरीरों में जाकर युद्धभूमि पर लड़ाई के विनाशकारी परिणामों को रेखांकित करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka conveys the severe toll of battle depicted in the Drona Parva as it heightens the sense of urgency and peril present during wartime.

Meaning

It illustrates the destructive power of warfare where physical body and armor are rendered ineffective against the might of arrows.

Application

This serves as a reminder of the harsh realities of conflicts, encouraging mindfulness and preparation in one’s life challenges to mitigate damage.