Mahabharata Karna Parva – शरप्रहाराभिहतैर महाबलैर; अवेक्ष्यमाणैः पतितैः सहस्रशः

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरप्रहाराभिहतैर महाबलैर; अवेक्ष्यमाणैः पतितैः सहस्रशः
परनष्टसंज्ञैः पुनर उच्छ्वसद्भिर; मही बभूवानुगतैर इवाग्निभिः
दिवश चयुतैर भूर अतिदीप्तम अद्भिर; नक्तं गरहैर दयौर अमलेव दीप्तैः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights the overwhelming scale of devastation and the power of fate in a battle setting.

Translations

English Translation

The verse depicts powerful warriors falling to arrows, their consciousness lost amidst the chaos. The earth resembles a fiery furnace, reflecting the intensity of their struggle against fate and the vast destruction around them.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक शक्तिशाली योद्धाओं के तीरों से गिरने का वर्णन करता है, उनकी चेतना युद्ध के दौरान खो जाती है। पृथ्वी भी आग के तांडव का प्रतीक बन जाती है, जो कि उनकी संघर्ष की तीव्रता को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

In the context of the Karna Parva, this shloka vividly illustrates the fatalism and destruction taking over during the war.

Meaning

It emphasizes the tragic consequences of fighting, showcasing the harsh realities that warriors face in the pursuit of glory.

Application

This verse is a poignant reminder of the ramifications of war, emphasizing the need for compassion and peace to overcome adversity.