Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शुश्रुवे दिक्षु सर्वासु तयॊः पुरुषसिंहयॊः

Shloka (श्लोक)

शुश्रुवे दिक्षु सर्वासु तयॊः पुरुषसिंहयॊः
गदा निपातसंह्रादॊ वज्रयॊर इव निस्वनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The sound of their clashing maces echoed like thunder across the battlefield.

Translations

English Translation

The sound of the maces striking each other filled the air in all directions, resembling the rumbling of thunder, a symphony of the fierce warriors juxtaposed in battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

गदाएँ एक-दूसरे से टकराने से जो सुगंध चारों दिशाओं में फैल गई, वह वज्र की गर्जना जैसे ध्वनि थी, युद्ध में लिपटते हुए योद्धाओं की एक गूंज थी।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the auditory experience of battle, creating a vivid imagery of sounds that represent the intensity of the conflict.

Meaning

It highlights how warfare is not just visual but also an orchestra of sounds that convey the ferocity of combat.

Application

This verse serves as a reminder of the impact of our actions and the reverberations they create in our lives and surroundings, much like the sound of battle.