Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – जातरूपमयैः पुङ्खै राजतैश च शिताः शराः

Shloka (श्लोक)

जातरूपमयैः पुङ्खै राजतैश च शिताः शराः
तैलधौता वयराजन्त निर्मुक्तभुजगॊपमाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka beautifully describes the gleaming arrows that look like golden serpents.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka portrays arrows adorned with golden shafts and crafted from silver, shining brightly like released serpents, emphasizing their lethal beauty in combat.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस धारदार तीर का वर्णन करता है जिसका सोने से सजाया गया और चांदी से निर्मित कुंडलित रूप है, जो युद्ध में उनकी खूबसूरत लेकिन घातक उपस्थिति को प्रदर्शित करता है।

Commentary

Context

Part of the Bhishma Parva, this shloka highlights the discussion of weaponry’s aesthetics during the epic battle.

Meaning

It underscores the concept of beauty tied to danger, reminding us that aesthetics in warfare can cloak the reality of violence.

Application

This echoes the broader idea of recognizing dual aspects in life, urging us to discern beauty even in challenging situations.