Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सा च सर्वनरेन्द्राणां चन्द्रार्कसदृशी परभा

Shloka (श्लोक)

सा च सर्वनरेन्द्राणां चन्द्रार्कसदृशी परभा
वीराङ्गदकिरीटेषु निष्प्रभा समपद्यत

⚡ Quick Meaning

The brilliance of the warriors shone like the moon and the sun.

Translations

English Translation

The radiance of all these kings was comparable to that of the moon and the sun, bestowing an ethereal brightness that lit the battlefield. However, amidst the chaos, their splendor seemed subdued, like a beautiful crown dulled by the impending conflict.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इन सम्राटों की शोभा चन्द्र और सूर्य के समान थी, जो युद्ध भूमि को रोशन कर रही थी, लेकिन संघर्ष के कारण उनकी छवि कदम-कदम पर धूमिल हो रही थी।

Commentary

Context

Here, we witness the majesty of the warriors just before the battle, illustrating grandeur amidst chaos.

Meaning

This epitomizes the duality of beauty and violence; even amidst splendor, war can dull a warrior’s shine.

Application

This shloka can teach us that even in our most glorious moments, we should remain aware of the storms that can overshadow our achievements.