Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स तूत्तमौजा निशितैः पृषत्कैर; विव्याध खड्गेन च भास्वरेण

Shloka (श्लोक)

स तूत्तमौजा निशितैः पृषत्कैर; विव्याध खड्गेन च भास्वरेण
पार्ष्णिं हयांश चैव कृपस्य हत्वा; शिखण्डिवाहं स ततॊ ऽभयरॊहत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Karna furiously attacked Shikhandi, striking the horses and the driver.

Translations

English Translation

Karna, with his brilliant sword, fiercely pierced the horses of Shikhandi’s chariot, showing his combat prowess. He dealt a deadly blow to the charioteer and struck fear into Shikhandi, demonstrating his valor.

हिंदी अनुवाद

कर्ण ने अपनी चमकदार कटारी के साथ शिखण्डी के रथ के घोड़ों को कठोरता से काट डाला, अपनी युद्ध कला को प्रदर्शित किया। उसने सारथी को घातक प्रहार किया और शिखण्डी में आतंक फैला दिया, उसकी वीरता को दिखाया।

Commentary

Context

This moment captures the brutal reality of war and the ferocity warriors like Karna displayed in the battlefield.

Meaning

Attacking the chariot’s components signifies tactical warfare, where the aim is to incapacitate the enemy’s mobility and strategy.

Application

This shloka serves as a reminder of the strategic elements in overcoming obstacles and emphasizes the importance of attacking weaknesses in competition.