Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दरॊणास्त्र शरसंकृत्तं शयानं रुधिरॊक्षितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

दरॊणास्त्र शरसंकृत्तं शयानं रुधिरॊक्षितम
विराटं वितुदन्त्य एते गृध्रगॊमायुवायसाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The fallen warrior, Virata, is surrounded by vultures and scavengers.

Translations

English Translation

Amidst the battlefield, the valiant Virata lies defeated, his body pierced by arrows and soaked in blood. Vultures and jackals surround him, drawn to his lifeless form, a symbol of the stark reality of war and its aftermath.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युद्ध भूमि में, वीर विराट पराजित होकर शर से चुभे और रक्त से सने पड़े हैं। गिद्ध और गिधड़ उनके चारों ओर मंडरा रहे हैं, उनके निर्जीव शरीर की ओर खींचे हुए, जो युद्ध और इसके परिणाम की कठोर सच्चाई का प्रतीक है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka describes the tragic aftermath of the battle, emphasizing the horrors that war brings and the vulnerability of even the strongest warriors.

Meaning

It illustrates how bravery meets its end in the face of ruthless circumstances, showcasing the fragility of life amidst the chaos of war.

Application

This shloka reminds us of the need for peace and the importance of resolving conflicts without resorting to violence, reflecting on the consequences of war.