Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सशब्दम अभवद वयॊम जवालामाला कुलं भृशम

Shloka (श्लोक)

सशब्दम अभवद वयॊम जवालामाला कुलं भृशम
चचाल च महीकृत्स्ना सपर्वतवनद्रुमा

⚡ Quick Meaning

A loud sound erupted in the skies, and the earth trembled with the intensity of the flames and mountains.

Translations

English Translation

The heavens erupted with noise as a blazing crown of fire spread across, shaking the entire earth along with its mountains and forests. This serves as a metaphor for the profound disruption caused by warfare.

हिंदी अनुवाद

आसमान में एक चीत्कार गूंजी और आग के तेज़ी और पर्वतों के प्रभाव से पूरी धरती कांप उठी। यह युद्ध के कारण होने वाले गहरे व्यवधान का एक रूपक है।

Commentary

Context

This verse paints a vivid picture of chaotic destruction resulting from supernatural weapons unleashed in battle.

Meaning

The imagery illustrates not only the physical destruction but also psychological terror imposed on all living entities.

Application

This shloka encourages introspection on the wider repercussions of our actions, reminding us of the interconnected nature of existence.