Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – धनंजय शराभ्यस्तैः सयन्दनाश्वनरद्विपैः

Shloka (श्लोक)

धनंजय शराभ्यस्तैः सयन्दनाश्वनरद्विपैः
रणभूमिर अभूद राजन महावैतरणी यथा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse depicts the fierce battleground where warriors like Arjuna face formidable obstacles, likening it to a mighty river.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka compares the battlefield to a great river, where the skilled hero Arjuna, armed with arrows, confronts enemies resembling ferocious aquatic creatures. It emphasizes the daunting challenges faced by warriors in battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्धभूमि की तुलना एक महान नदी से करता है, जहाँ धनंजय (अर्जुन) जैसे कौशलवान योद्धा तीरों से लैस होकर शत्रुओं का सामना कर रहे हैं, जिन्हें क्रूर जलचर जीवों के समान समझा जाता है।

Commentary

Context

Here, the context is the chaotic environment of the Kurukshetra war, filled with both valor and peril, demanding extraordinary skill from its warriors.

Meaning

This shloka encapsulates the essence of resilience and strategy in warfare, underscoring the heroism required to navigate intense combat situations.

Application

It encourages reflecting on the qualities necessary to face challenges, emphasizing perseverance, skill, and courage in one’s endeavors beyond the battlefield.