Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – गजैर विषाणैर वरहस्तरुग्णाः; के चित ससूता रथिनः परपेतुः

Shloka (श्लोक)

गजैर विषाणैर वरहस्तरुग्णाः; के चित ससूता रथिनः परपेतुः
गजर्षभाश चापि रथर्षभेण; निपेतिरे बाणहताः पृथिव्याम

⚡ Quick Meaning

With trunks of elephants intertwined with glory, courageous charioteers faced the great fall in battle.

Translations

English Translation

In the tumult of battle, some charioteers, struck down like the mighty elephants, experienced a decisive and tragic fall. The comparison of their fate with that of revered warriors and beasts signifies the merciless nature of warfare.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युद्ध की हलचल में, कुछ रथी महान गज के समान मारे गए। उनकी दुर्दशा ने यह स्पष्ट किया कि युद्ध की भौतिकता कितनी निष्ठुर होती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka encapsulates the urgency and brutality of combat, emphasizing how fate can turn swiftly even for the most skillful warriors.

Meaning

The imagery serves as a potent reminder of the transient nature of glory in war, underscoring the reality that even the mightiest can fall.

Application

Throughout our journey, we may encounter setbacks and defeats, but these experiences shape us, reminding us of our humanity and resilience.