Mahabharata Drona Parva – तेषां संसक्तगात्राणां कर्षताम इतरेतरम

Shloka (श्लोक)

तेषां संसक्तगात्राणां कर्षताम इतरेतरम
दन्तसंघात संघर्षात स धूमॊ ऽगनिर अजायत

⚡ Quick Meaning

The clashing of bodies induced a smoke-like fog from the tangle of tusks and limbs.

Translations

English Translation

In the midst of battle, as warriors collided, their bodies, tusks, and limbs created an atmosphere thick with dust and smoke, evoking the intense chaos of their confrontations.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युद्ध के मध्य में, जब योद्धा टकराए, उनके शरीर, दांत और पैर एक धूल और धुएँ से भरी स्थिति उत्पन्न कर रहे थे, जो उनकी भिड़न्त की तीव्र अराजकता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse highlights the physicality of clashes during war, focusing on the visceral and raw experiences in the Drona Parva.

Meaning

The metaphor of smoke illustrates the disorientation and chaos that defines the battlefield, emphasizing the confusion and struggle.

Application

This shloka advises us to be aware of the chaos around us, encouraging mindfulness amidst the overwhelming noise of distractions.