Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ततः शरेण्यः शलभानाम इवॊग्राः; समापेतुर विशिखानां परदीप्ताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततः शरेण्यः शलभानाम इवॊग्राः; समापेतुर विशिखानां परदीप्ताः
समाचिनॊच चापि भृशं शरीरं; हयान सूतं सरथं चैव मह्यम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Then, fierce like moths to flame, the arrows fell heavily, impacting both the horses and the charioteer.

Translations

English Translation

The arrows fell fiercely like moths drawn to the illuminating flame, striking the horses and the charioteer relentlessly, emphasizing the chaotic nature of warfare and its consequences.

हिंदी अनुवाद

बाणों ने भयंकरता के साथ गिरकर शरीरों और घोड़ों पर आक्रमण किया, युद्ध की अराजकता और इसके परिणामों पर जोर देते हुए।

Commentary

Context

This moment illustrates the brutality of battle, where arrows become relentless forces, impacting both man and beast alike.

Meaning

The analogy of moths aiming for a flame reveals the uncontrollable nature of life in conflict and the inevitability of suffering during combat.

Application

This shloka encourages us to navigate life’s battles with awareness and courage, understanding that choices made in severity can have dire consequences.