Shloka (श्लोक)
апере दन्तवेष्टेषु कम्भेषु च कटेषु च
शरैः समर्पिता नागाः करौञ्चवद वयनदन मुहुः
⚡ Quick Meaning
Many snakes are sacrificed with arrows, resembling the fierce appearance of a hunter.
Translations
English Translation
In this shloka, numerous snakes are described as being mercilessly struck down by arrows. The imagery reflects the brutality of the battlefield, where creatures are reduced to mere objects of sacrifice within the chaos of war. It highlights the ferocity required for survival during combat.
हिंदी अनुवाद
इस श्लोक में यह वर्णित है कि कई नागों को शर द्वारा बेरहमी से मारा गया। यह चित्रण युद्ध के मैदान की बर्बरता को दर्शाता है, जहाँ जीवों को युद्ध की हलचल में बलि के अक्स में दर्शाया गया है। यह युद्ध के दौरान जीवित रहने के लिए आवश्यक क्रूरता को उजागर करता है।
Commentary
Context
This discussion takes place in the Drona Parva, as the battle intensifies and warriors showcase their prowess. The descriptions serve to depict the vast array of destruction that occurs during the conflicts.
Meaning
The shloka symbolizes the fate of those in war, where valor leads to inevitable demise. The snakes become metaphors for fallen warriors whose lives are consumed in the chaos of battle.
Application
Understanding this shloka encourages reflection on the costs of conflict and the ultimate sacrifice of both man and beast in war. It serves as a reminder of the realities that accompany the pursuit of victory.
