Mahabharata Drona Parva – शरैः सहस्रशॊ विद्धा दविपाः परस्रुत शॊणिताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरैः सहस्रशॊ विद्धा दविपाः परस्रुत शॊणिताः
वयदृश्यन्ताद्रयः काले गैरिकाम्बुस्रवा इव

⚡ Quick Meaning

The ground was drenched in blood, resembling a river of red as the elephants were pierced by thousands of arrows.

Translations

English Translation

Covered with thousands of arrows, the elephants appeared to flow with blood, making the earth look like the banks of a crimson river, resonating with the violence of the battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

हजारों बाणों से विद्ध होने के कारण, हाथी रक्त से सने हुए दिखाई दे रहे थे, जिससे धरती एक गहरे लाल नदी के किनारे की तरह लग रही थी, जो युद्ध की हिंसा को आवाज देती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the severity of the battlefield, exemplifying the high stakes of the conflict within the Drona Parva.

Meaning

It illustrates the gruesome realities of war and the loss of life it entails, presenting a stark image of despair.

Application

This serves as a reminder to cherish life and understand the grave consequences of violence.