Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – वैश्वानरं धूमशिखं जवलन्तं; तेजस्विनं लॊकम इमं दहन्तम

Shloka (श्लोक)

वैश्वानरं धूमशिखं जवलन्तं; तेजस्विनं लॊकम इमं दहन्तम
मेघॊ भूत्वा शरवर्षैर यथाग्निं; तथा पार्थं शमयिष्यामि युद्धे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka symbolizes the intent to extinguish Arjuna’s brilliance like a cloud extinguishes fire.

Translations

English Translation

The verse uses a striking image of a blazing fire, indicating a warrior’s intention to overshadow Arjuna’s brilliance using a cloud of arrows in battle, highlighting the need to strategize effectively.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक जलती हुई आग के रूपक से संवाद करता है, यह दर्शाते हुए कि एक योद्धा युद्ध में अर्जुन की चमक को बाणों के बादल से ढकने का इरादा रखता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka eloquently expresses the intensity of competition in battle and the tactics involved.

Meaning

It signifies how one can expend effort to minimize rivals’ strengths and emerge victorious.

Application

By focusing on strategies that counter strengths, one can navigate competition effectively.