Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – छाद्यमानस तु नागैः स धयात्वा राक्षसपुंगवः

Shloka (श्लोक)

छाद्यमानस तु नागैः स धयात्वा राक्षसपुंगवः
सौपर्णं रूपम आस्थाय भक्षयाम आस पन्नगान

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka elaborates on a powerful demon who takes on a form of a bird to prey upon serpents while being shielded by them.

Translations

English Translation

While being shielded by snakes, the demon lord took on the form of a bird and began to devour the serpents. His deception allowed him to strike at his foes effectively.

हिंदी अनुवाद

नागों द्वारा छिपा हुआ, राक्षसराज ने एक पक्षी का रूप धारण किया और नागों को खाने लगा। उसकी चालाकी ने उसे अपने दुश्मनों पर प्रभावी ढंग से वार करने की अनुमति दी।

Commentary

Context

This verse continues the narrative of the fierce encounters between divine and demonic entities in the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It represents the cleverness and adaptability one must possess to overcome challenges, especially in times of adversity.

Application

This shloka teaches that cunning and strategy can be as powerful as brute strength in the quest for success.