Mahabharata Shalya Parva – नासाक्षि कर्णास्य विनिःसृतेन;

Shloka (श्लोक)
नासाक्षि कर्णास्य विनिःसृतेन;
परस्यन्दता च वरणसंभवेन
संसिक्त गात्रॊ रुधिरेण सॊ ऽभूत;
करौञ्चॊ यथा सकन्द हतॊ महाद्रिः
⚡ Quick Meaning
When the blood flowed from his ears, having no witness, he fell like a mountain crumbling under its own weight.
Translations
English Translation
This verse describes the aftermath of a critical blow, detailing the silent fall of a warrior as he succumbs to mortality. The imagery of a collapsing mountain evokes gravity and loss in the midst of battle.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक एक गंभीर प्रहार के बाद के क्षणों को दर्शाता है, जहाँ एक योद्धा चुपचाप गिर जाता है। पर्वत के ध्वस्त होने की छवि युद्ध के बीच में जीवन और मृत्यु की विशालता को व्यक्त करती है।
Commentary
Context
This text is found in the Shalya Parva and captures a moment of reflection on the consequences of violence and the impermanence of life during war.
Meaning
The shloka serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and how swiftly circumstances can change, regardless of strength and valor.
Application
It encourages us to appreciate life and its moments, acknowledging that all actions can carry significant consequences, both in battle and peace.
