Mahabharata Drona Parva – गदां विनिहतां दृष्ट्वा धृष्टकेतुर अमर्षणः

Shloka (श्लोक)

गदां विनिहतां दृष्ट्वा धृष्टकेतुर अमर्षणः
तॊमरं वयसृजत तूर्णं शक्तिं च कनकॊज्ज्वलाम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes Dhritaketu’s swift reaction to the fallen mace, retaliating quickly with a blazing arrow.

Translations

English Translation

Seeing the mace defeated, Dhritaketu, filled with rage, quickly released a brilliant arrow, equal in speed to his anger, aiming to shift the momentum of the battle back in his favor.

हिंदी अनुवाद

गदा को परास्त होता देख धृष्टकेतु, क्रोध से भरा हुआ, तुरन्त एक चमकदार बाण छोड़ा, जो उसके गुस्से के समान त्वरित था, ताकि युद्ध का रुख अपने पक्ष में बदल सके।

Commentary

Context

In this verse from the Drona Parva, we see how warriors respond to each other’s actions in battle, continuously shifting the tide through their emotional responses.

Meaning

The reaction exhibited here showcases the impulsive nature of warriors in combat—how emotions like rage can lead to swift and powerful actions and transformations.

Application

This highlights the importance of recognizing our emotional responses; while they can lead to rapid actions, we must also ensure they are directed wisely and effectively.