Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सरवद्भिः शॊणितं गात्रैः परस्रुताव इव वारणौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

सरवद्भिः शॊणितं गात्रैः परस्रुताव इव वारणौ
अन्यॊन्यम अभिविध्येतां जीवितान्तकरैः शरैः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the intensity of battle, evoking vivid imagery of bloodshed.

Translations

English Translation

The warriors, resembling ferocious animals, were drenched in blood. They pierced each other with arrows, which were like deadly serpents, symbolizing the life-threatening circumstances of war.

हिंदी अनुवाद

योद्धा, जो भयंकर जानवरों की तरह थे, रक्त में लिपटे हुए थे। उन्होंने एक-दूसरे को तीखे बाणों से छेड़ा, जो मृत्यु के सांपों जैसे थे, युद्ध की जानलेवा परिस्थितियों को दर्शाते हुए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set during the Dronaparva where the ferocity of battle is depicted vividly.

Meaning

The imagery points to the chaos and horror of war, where each attack symbolizes a fight for survival.

Application

Understanding the consequences of conflict, this shloka serves as a reminder of the realities of warfare.