Mahabharata Drona Parva – दुर्यॊधनॊ ऽपि राजेन्द्र पाञ्चाल्यस्यॊत्तमौजसः

Shloka (श्लोक)

दुर्यॊधनॊ ऽपि राजेन्द्र पाञ्चाल्यस्यॊत्तमौजसः
जघान चतुरश चाश्वान उभौ च पार्ष्णिसारथी

⚡ Quick Meaning

Duryodhana, despite being a king, struck down the excellent steeds of Panchala.

Translations

English Translation

In this shloka, Duryodhana, the king, manages to kill the mighty horses of the Panchali charioteer. This act displays his prowess and cunning in battle. It also signifies the escalating violence in the Kurukshetra War as well as the heroic attempts of the Kauravas to eliminate the Pandavas’ support.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में, दुर्योधन, जो एक राजा है, पाञ्चाली सारथी के शक्तिशाली घोड़ों को मार डालता है। यह क्रिया उसके युद्ध कौशल और चतुराई को दर्शाती है। यह कुरुक्षेत्र युद्ध में बढ़ती हुई हिंसा को भी दिखाती है, साथ ही कौरवों के प्रयासों को भी दर्शाती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated in the Drona Parva, where various characters display their valor. It captures a critical moment in the escalating tensions of the war.

Meaning

The killing of the horses symbolizes the cruelty of battle, where even noble steeds are not spared, reflecting the chaotic nature of war.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder of the harsh realities of conflict, urging us to value life and strive for peace over violence.