Mahabharata Karna Parva – शरास तु कर्णार्जुन बाहुमुक्ता; विदार्य नागाश्वमनुष्यदेहान

Shloka (श्लोक)

शरास तु कर्णार्जुन बाहुमुक्ता; विदार्य नागाश्वमनुष्यदेहान
पराणान निरस्याशु महीम अतीयुर; महॊरगा वासम इवाभितॊ ऽसत्रैः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the intense battle scene involving Karna and Arjuna, where forces overwhelm the enemy.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka depicts a chaotic battlefield where arrows pierce through bodies and powerful beings, like Nagas and horses, escape; evoking a sense of the turmoil and destruction caused by the divine weaponry employed by the warriors.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक तीव्र युद्ध का दृश्य प्रस्तुत करता है, जिसमें तीर शरीरों को चीर कर निकलते हैं और नाग और घोड़े जैसे शक्तिशाली प्राणी भाग जाते हैं; यह योद्धाओं द्वारा उपयोग की जाने वाली दिव्य शस्त्रों के कारण उत्पन्न हलचल और विनाश का एहसास कराता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse emerges from the Karna Parva of the Mahabharata, depicting the fierce encounters during the Kurukshetra War.

Meaning

The imagery characteristic of this verse illustrates the overwhelming nature of war and illustrates the fallen foes as well as the might of the warriors involved.

Application

This shloka encourages reflection on the devastating effects of conflict, serving as a reminder of the valiant effort and sacrifices made in great battles.