Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – जर्जरीकृतसर्वाङ्गौ रुधिरेणाभिसंप्लुतौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

जर्जरीकृतसर्वाङ्गौ रुधिरेणाभिसंप्लुतौ
ददृशाते हिमवति पुष्पिताव इव किंशुकौ

⚡ Quick Meaning

The warriors, bruised and drenched in blood, appeared like blooming flowers of the Kinshuka tree on the Himalayan slopes.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka portrays the warriors, battered and covered in bloodshed, as being reminiscent of Kinshuka flowers blooming majestically against a backdrop of the snow-capped Himalayas, symbolizing beauty even amidst the brutality of battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उन योद्धाओं का वर्णन करता है, जो चोट और खून से सने हुए हैं, किनशुक फूलों की तरह हिमालय की ऊंचाइयों पर खिलते हुए दिखाई देते हैं, युद्ध की क्रूरता के बीच भी सौंदर्य दर्शाते हुए।

Commentary

Context

This imagery captures the paradox of war where beauty and violence coexist, a recurring theme in the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It signifies that even in moments of suffering, there can be a semblance of grace and dignity, highlighting the complexities of human experiences.

Application

This shloka reminds us to find beauty in life’s adversities, encouraging resilience in the face of challenges.