Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ते ऽरजुनेन शरा मुक्ताः कङ्कपत्रास तनुच्छिदः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ते ऽरजुनेन शरा मुक्ताः कङ्कपत्रास तनुच्छिदः
शलभा इव संपेतुः संवृण्वाना दिशॊ दश

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes how arrows released by Arjuna struck down enemies like moths attracted to a flame.

Translations

English Translation

Those arrows released by Arjuna struck them down like moths to a flame, sweeping across the ten directions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अर्जुन द्वारा छोड़े गए तीरों ने उन्हें ऐसा ही मारा, जैसे पतंगे अग्नि की ओर आकर्षित होते हैं, और दसों दिशाओं में फैले।

Commentary

Context

This verse graphically portrays the deadly accuracy of Arjuna’s arrows amidst the chaos of battle.

Meaning

It emphasizes the inevitability of fate in warfare and the harm that follows poor positioning against a skilled opponent.

Application

This teaches us to strategize wisely, as our actions can lead to unpredictable outcomes in challenging environments.