Mahabharata Drona Parva – परविद्ध वर्माभरणा वरायुधा;

Shloka (श्लोक)

परविद्ध वर्माभरणा वरायुधा;
विपन्नहस्त्यश्वरथानुगा नराः
महार्हशय्यास्तरणॊचिताः सदा;
क्षिताव अनाथा इव शेरते हताः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka reflects on the unfortunate state of warriors who lie lifeless, stripped of their armor.

Translations

English Translation

This verse articulates the plight of fallen warriors who, stripped of their armaments and accolades, lay helplessly on the battlefield, resembling abandoned ones forgotten in death.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन पराजित योद्धाओं की दुर्दशा को दर्शाता है, जो अपने कवच और सम्मान के बिना युद्धभूमि पर बेयाद होते हैं, जैसे मृत्यु में भुलाए गए अनाथ की तरह।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Drona Parva, this shloka evokes poignant thoughts about loss and the futility of war.

Meaning

It conveys emotional depth regarding the tragedy of lives lost in war, emphasizing the ultimate vulnerability faced by all.

Application

This encourages reflection on the transient nature of life and the importance of valuing connections and peace.