Mahabharata Karna Parva – उरश छदैर विमुक्ताश च वालबन्धैश च वाजिनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

उरश छदैर विमुक्ताश च वालबन्धैश च वाजिनः
राजतैश च तथा कांस्यैः सौवर्णैश चैव भूषणैः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the beautiful decorations of the horses and their riders, now rendered useless in the chaos of battle.

Translations

English Translation

The verse portrays the intricately adorned horses and their riders, now from silver, bronze, and gold, whose grandeur is lost amidst the tumult of combat, showcasing the futility of decoration in war.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सुंदर सजावट वाले घोड़ों और उनके सवारों का वर्णन करता है, जो अब युद्ध की हलचल के बीच खो गए हैं, यह दिखाता है कि युद्ध में सजावट की कोई उपयोगिता नहीं रह जाती है।

Commentary

Context

Situated within the Karna Parva, this shloka emphasizes the loss of beauty and elegance due to the brutal reality of war.

Meaning

It serves as a reminder of how superficial glamour pales in significance when faced with the harsh realities of life.

Application

This verse invites reflection on what truly matters in life, urging us to prioritize substance over superficiality.