Mahabharata Drona Parva – सवस्रीयं वासुदेवस्य पुत्रं गाण्डीवधन्वनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सवस्रीयं वासुदेवस्य पुत्रं गाण्डीवधन्वनः
कथं तवा विरथं वीरं दरक्ष्याम्य अन्यैर निपातितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka expresses the anguish of a warrior witnessing the fall of another valiant warrior.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker reflects on the plight of the son of Vasudeva, lamenting the misfortune that has befallen such a great warrior as they witness him being struck down by others.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्तृत्वा वासुदेव के पुत्र के भाग्य पर शोक व्यक्त कर रहा है, यह बताता है कि वीरता का धनी यह योद्धा दूसरों द्वारा असहाय होकर मारा जा रहा है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set in the Drona Parva, highlighting the emotions during the epic battle of Kurukshetra.

Meaning

The verse conveys the sense of sorrow and helplessness that accompanies the fall of a noble warrior in battle.

Application

It teaches the importance of valor and the grief associated with loss in warfare, highlighting the transient nature of life.