Mahabharata Drona Parva – ततः शीघ्रास्त्र विदुषॊर दरॊण सात्वतयॊस तदा

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततः शीघ्रास्त्र विदुषॊर दरॊण सात्वतयॊस तदा
नान्तर्म शरवृष्टीनां दृश्यते नरसिंहयॊः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the rapid use of weapons by Drona in the battlefield, where arrows rain down like the forms of a lion.

Translations

English Translation

In this moment, Drona skillfully unleashed his weapons, and amidst the multitude of arrows falling like rain, the warriors could scarcely see the forms of the lions. The scene depicts the intensity and chaos of battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस क्षण में, द्रोण ने कुशलता से अपने अस्त्रों का प्रयोग किया, और बारीश की तरह गिरते बाणों के बीच, योद्धा नरसिंह की आकृतियों को मुश्किल से देख पा रहे थे। यह दृश्य युद्ध की तीव्रता और अराजकता को चित्रित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set in the Drona Parva, during a key moment of battle where Drona’s prowess in warfare is on full display.

Meaning

The arrows symbolize fierce combat, and the comparison to lions signifies bravery and ferocity, emphasizing the grim atmosphere of war.

Application

One can draw lessons of strategic thinking and the ferocity required in one’s endeavors, mirroring Drona’s approach to challenges.