Mahabharata Shalya Parva – बाहूंश चिच्छेद च तथा सायुधान केतनानि च

Shloka (श्लोक)

बाहूंश चिच्छेद च तथा सायुधान केतनानि च
चकार च महीं यॊधैस तीर्णां वेदीं कुशैर इव

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse describes the fierce battle where great warriors were severed and the battlefield was strewn with flags.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka portrays the savage combat in which the arms of valiant fighters were severed, and flags flew high amidst the chaos, resembling a field of grass cut down during a harvest. The battlefield resembled a vast expanse, a testament to the intensity of the struggle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस भयंकर युद्ध को दर्शाता है जहाँ वीर योद्धाओं के हाथ काट दिए गए और ध्वजों ने युद्धभूमि पर फैला हुआ जैसे एक फसल कटने पर घास का मैदान हो। यह युद्धभूमि एक विशाल विस्तार के रूप में दिखाई देती है, जो संघर्ष की तीव्रता का प्रमाण है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka occurs in Shalya Parva, illustrating the violent scenes of war involving mighty warriors fighting for supremacy.

Meaning

The imagery of severed arms and fluttering flags highlights the intensity and devastation of battle, emphasizing the harsh realities faced by the warriors.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made in the pursuit of righteousness and courage during conflicts.