Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सुदक्षिणस तु समरे कार्ष्णिं विव्याध पञ्चभिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सुदक्षिणस तु समरे कार्ष्णिं विव्याध पञ्चभिः
सारथिं चास्य नवभिर इच्छन भीष्मस्य जीवितम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Sudakshina, in battle, struck Krishna with five arrows, wishing to end Bhishma’s life.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka portrays the fierce intensity of battle as Sudakshina unleashes a barrage of arrows at Krishna. His determination signifies the high stakes involved in defending one’s cause and the relentless nature of war.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध की तीव्रता को दर्शाता है जब सुदक्षिण ने कृष्ण पर पाँच तीर छोड़े। उनकी दृढ़ता अपने कारण की रक्षा और युद्ध की निरंतरता को दर्शाती है।

Commentary

Context

This illustrates the fierce engagements warriors participate in, filled with strategic strikes aimed at key figures in the opposition.

Meaning

Sudakshina’s attack demonstrates the lengths to which warriors go in pursuit of their goals during critical confrontations.

Application

Commitment to one’s purpose often involves facing risks and challenges; recognizing these can strengthen our resolve in pursuit of personal goals.