Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स तं निर्भिद्य तेनास्तः सायकः स शरावरम

Shloka (श्लोक)

स तं निर्भिद्य तेनास्तः सायकः स शरावरम
विवेश वसुधां भित्त्वा शवसन बिलम इवॊरगः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Having pierced him, the arrow burrowed into the ground like a serpent slipping into a hole.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates the ferocity of warfare where an arrow, once striking its mark, burrows deep into the earth, akin to a serpent, signifying the irrevocable impact of powerful attacks in battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध की तीव्रता को दर्शाता है जहाँ एक बाण, जिसपर पहले से निशाना लगाया गया हो, भूमि में गहराई से समाता है, जिसे एक सांप के समान इशारा किया जाता है, जो युद्ध में शक्तिशाली हमले के अपरिवर्तनीय प्रभाव को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This moment encapsulates the brutal reality of combat where victories and losses can be as ephemeral and decisive as a single arrow’s journey.

Meaning

The imagery of the serpent emphasizes stealth and effectiveness in attacks, portraying the unseen dangers that lie in every stroke of the battle.

Application

The lesson here is about precision and effectiveness. In any endeavor, the ability to strike decisively at the right moment is often the key to success.