Shloka (श्लोक)
गजाश्वनरवीराणां निःसत्त्वैर अभिसंवृतम
सृगालबड काकॊल कङ्ककाकनिषेवितम
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka elaborates on the desolation left behind by the valiant warriors who succumbed in battle.
Translations
English Translation
The battlefield is surrounded by the carcasses of valiant warriors, rendered lifeless. Various scavengers hover nearby, including jackals, dogs, and vultures, showcasing nature’s cycle of life and death.
हिंदी अनुवाद
युद्धभूमि वीर योद्धाओं के शवों से घिरी हुई है, जो निर्जीव हो चुके हैं। चारों ओर कई शवोपरिवर्ती जानवर जैसे गीदड़, कुत्ते और गिद्ध मंडरा रहे हैं, जो जीवन और मृत्यु के प्राकृतिक चक्र को दर्शाते हैं।
Commentary
Context
This shloka from the Stri Parva illustrates the aftermath of the war, focusing on both heroic and tragic elements.
Meaning
It symbolizes the inevitable decline of all living beings, regardless of their valor, underscoring the impermanence of life.
Application
It serves as a reminder of the transient nature of existence and the grave realities of war, urging respect for life.
