Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – हैडिम्बॊ राक्षसेन्द्रस तु भगदत्तं समाद्रवत

Shloka (श्लोक)

हैडिम्बॊ राक्षसेन्द्रस तु भगदत्तं समाद्रवत
रथेनादित्यवर्णेन स धवजेन महाबलः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Haidiṁba, the lord of demons, fiercely confronted the powerful Bhagadatta, resembling a chariot of sunlight.

Translations

English Translation

Haidiṁba, the king of demons, approached Bhagadatta aggressively, his chariot shining like the sun; this illustrates his might and the intensity of the confrontation between these two powerful beings.

हिंदी अनुवाद

राक्षसों के राजा हैडिम्ब ने भगदत्त का सामना करते हुए अपने रथ को सूर्य के समान चमकाते हुए आक्रामकता से प्रगति की; यह उनके शक्तिशाली संघर्ष को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka portrays the encounter between demon king Haidiṁba and Bhagadatta, illustrating the clash of powerful adversaries during the Kurukshetra war.

Meaning

The imagery of the sun represents strength and valor, symbolizing both warriors’ fierce nature in the battlefield, emphasizing their prominence.

Application

This verse serves as inspiration for individuals to face challenges with courage, reminding them to shine bright and confront adversities boldly.