Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – शॊणितॊदं रथावर्तं गजद्वीपं हयॊर्मिणम

Shloka (श्लोक)

शॊणितॊदं रथावर्तं गजद्वीपं हयॊर्मिणम
रथनौभिर नरव्याघ्राः परतेरुः सैन्यसागरम

⚡ Quick Meaning

The battlefield is filled with the blood of warriors, resembling a great sea of enemies.

Translations

English Translation

The chariots are surrounded by elephants and cavalry in the midst of a sea of warriors, fierce as tigers. The field is drenched in blood, signifying the intensity of the battle, and everywhere one looks, there are troops ready to fight.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अर्जुन के रथ चारों ओर हाथियों और घुड़सवारों से घिरा हुआ है, जो नर व्याघ्रों की तरह ज्वलित कर रहे हैं। इस युद्ध क्षेत्र में रक्त से सिक्त है, जो युद्ध की तीव्रता को दर्शाता है, और जहाँ भी नजर जाती है, वहाँ लड़ाई के लिए तत्पर सैनिक हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse describes the chaotic scene of battle in the Bhishma Parva of the Mahabharata, highlighting the devastation and fervor of war.

Meaning

The imagery evokes profound emotion, illustrating the battlefield as a dire place filled with courageous warriors, emphasizing the bloodshed that accompanies conflict.

Application

In life, we face many battles that symbolize struggles and challenges; recognizing the weight of these moments can inspire courage and resilience in difficult times.