Mahabharata Shalya Parva – तेषां बाणसहस्रौघैर आकीर्णा वसुधाभवत

Shloka (श्लोक)

तेषां बाणसहस्रौघैर आकीर्णा वसुधाभवत
अन्तरिक्षं च सहसा बाणभूतम अभूत तदा

⚡ Quick Meaning

The earth was filled with countless arrows, and the sky was suddenly filled with arrows as well.

Translations

English Translation

The battlefield was covered with a multitude of arrows, both on the ground and in the air. This imagery highlights the ferocity of the conflict, where both the Earth and the sky seemed to be overwhelmed by the violence of battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युद्धभूमि बाणों की एक बड़ी संख्या से आच्छादित हो गई, जो धरती पर और आकाश में भी थीं। यह दृश्य युद्ध की तीव्रता को दर्शाता है, जहाँ क्यूंकि धरती और आकाश दोनों हिंसा से भरे हुए थे।

Commentary

Context

This shloka comes from the Shalya Parva, portraying the chaotic atmosphere of the battlefield during a critical moment in the epic war.

Meaning

The imagery of arrows in both realms signifies the intensity of the battle. It emphasizes the overwhelming nature of the conflict faced by the warriors.

Application

Reflecting on this shloka teaches us about facing overwhelming situations with resilience. Just as warriors endure chaos, we must cultivate our strength in the face of adversity.