Mahabharata Drona Parva – कॊ हि जीवितम अन्विच्छन परतीपं पाण्डवं वरजेत

Shloka (श्लोक)
कॊ हि जीवितम अन्विच्छन परतीपं पाण्डवं वरजेत
भीमं भीमायुधं करुद्धं साक्षात कालम इव सथितम
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka questions who would seek life when faced with a furious Bhima, likening him to the very embodiment of death.
Translations
English Translation
This verse from the Mahabharata compares Bhima, known for his fierce prowess in battle, to death itself. It raises a poignant question about the desire for survival in the face of inevitable doom, suggesting that no one would dare to oppose such a merciless warrior amidst the chaos of a battlefield.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक भीम को युद्ध में मृत्यु के समान दर्शाता है। यह एक महत्वपूर्ण प्रश्न उठाता है कि जब व्यक्ति ऐसे करुणा रहित योद्धा का सामना कर रहा हो, तो कौन जीवन की चाहना करेगा, यह दर्शाता है कि कोई भी उसे युद्ध के मंजर में चुनौती नहीं दे सकता।
Commentary
Context
This shloka unfolds in the tense atmosphere of the Drona Parva, showcasing the fearsome reputation of Bhima during the battle.
Meaning
It illustrates the ultimate futility of resisting the inevitable, reinforcing the themes of power and mortality prevalent in the epic.
Application
The lesson here warns against the hubris in challenging formidable forces, emphasizing respect for power when faced with existential threats.
