Mahabharata Drona Parva – शरवेगसमुत्कृत्तै राज्ञां केशव मूर्धभिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरवेगसमुत्कृत्तै राज्ञां केशव मूर्धभिः
आस्तीर्यमाणां पृथिवीं दरष्टासि शवॊ मया युधि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the destructive impact of swift arrows upon the earth and its kings during warfare.

Translations

English Translation

With the rapid intensity of arrows unleashed upon kings, I perceive the earth quivering beneath the weight of their demise, unveiling the tragic reality of war and its casualties.

हिंदी अनुवाद

राजाओं के ऊपर छोड़े गए तीरों की तीव्रता के साथ, मैं पृथ्वी को उनके पतन के वजन के नीचे कांपते हुए देखता हूँ, जो युद्ध और उसके पीड़ितों की दुखद वास्तविकता को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka arises during the Drona Parva, where the epic narrative showcases the overwhelming destruction witnessed during the great war.

Meaning

It conveys the gravity of war’s outcomes, reminding us of the heavy consequences borne by those who engage in battle, often at the behest of leadership.

Application

This teaches contemporary leaders the serious responsibilities they hold and the necessity of wisdom in decision-making, particularly where life and death are concerned.