Mahabharata Karna Parva – यॊधानां च महाशङ्खान पाण्डुरांश च परकीर्णकान

Shloka (श्लोक)

यॊधानां च महाशङ्खान पाण्डुरांश च परकीर्णकान
निरस्तजिह्वान मातङ्गाञ शयानान पर्वतॊपमान

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka portrays the scene of great warriors and elephants resembling mountains, engaged in fierce battle.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka describes the impressive sight of valiant warriors, massive conches being blown, and elephants lying prostrate like mountains on the battlefield, highlighting the grandeur and ultimate struggle of the army amidst chaos.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक साहसी योद्धाओं, विशाल शंखों के फूटने और पर्वत के समान शयनरत हाथियों के दृश्य का वर्णन करता है, जो युद्धभूमि की भव्यता और अराजकता के बीच सेना के संघर्ष को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse captures the impressive spectacle of the battlefield in the Karna Parva, presenting the valor and might of the warriors involved.

Meaning

The metaphor of elephants as mountains conveys the strength and size of the combatants, symbolizing their power during the conflict.

Application

Reflecting on this shloka can inspire respect for bravery in conflict and the awe associated with valorous acts in history.