Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ततस तद अस्त्रं सहसा सृष्टं गाण्डीवधन्वना

Shloka (श्लोक)

ततस तद अस्त्रं सहसा सृष्टं गाण्डीवधन्वना
परजज्वाल महार्चिष्मद युगान्तानल संनिभम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Then, the mighty bowman swiftly unleashed a powerful weapon that blazed like the fire at the end of the ages.

Translations

English Translation

Instantly, the adept archer released a potent weapon that blazed forth with might, its flames resembling those of the catastrophic end-times fire. This moment symbolizes the unleashing of great power akin to destruction.

हिंदी अनुवाद

फौरन, कुशल धनुर्धर ने एक प्रचंड अस्त्र को छोड़ दिया जो महाकाल की अग्नि की तरह प्रज्वलित हुआ। यह क्षण अद्भुत शक्ति के प्रभाव को दर्शाता है, जो विनाशकारी हो सकता है।

Commentary

Context

As battles rage, this verse captures the awe-inspiring power of divine weapons unleashed in the Mahabharata.

Meaning

The imagery of the weapon likening to the final world fire conveys the existential weight of actions taken during fierce combat.

Application

This shloka warns of the immense responsibility that comes with wielding great power, urging caution and mindfulness.