Mahabharata Drona Parva – अश्वत्थामा तु संक्रुद्धॊ लघुहस्तः परतापवान

Shloka (श्लोक)

अश्वत्थामा तु संक्रुद्धॊ लघुहस्तः परतापवान
घटॊत्कचम अभिक्रुद्धं बिभेद दशभिः शरैः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka depicts Ashwatthama, enraged, striking down Ghatotkacha with ten arrows.

Translations

English Translation

Angered, Ashwatthama, known for his valor and swiftness, unleashed his arrows with unmatched precision, piercing Ghatotkacha with ten deadly shafts, demonstrating the fierce realities of warfare.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अश्वत्थामा, जो अपने बल और तेज के लिए प्रसिद्ध था, ने गटोत्कच पर गुस्से में दस बाण चलाए। यह युद्ध की भयावहता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This moment occurs in the Drona Parva, highlighting the intensified conflict as the war rages on between the Pandavas and Kauravas.

Meaning

This verse captures the essence of warrior prowess and the grim reality of war, where even the mightiest can fall under a determined attack.

Application

It serves as a reminder of the importance of tempering anger with strategy and skill, as haste can lead to dire consequences.