Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – इषा चक्राक्षभङ्गैश च वयश्वैः साश्वैश च युध्यताम

Shloka (श्लोक)

इषा चक्राक्षभङ्गैश च वयश्वैः साश्वैश च युध्यताम
ससूतैर हतसूतैश च रथैः सतीर्णाभवन मही

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates the ferocious battle between divine and earthly forces, with the earth covered in carnage.

Translations

English Translation

This verse depicts a battlefield filled with the remains of heroes and horses, highlighting a scene where divine intervention meets earthly conflict. The ground is littered with defeated troops and their chariots, emphasizing the devastating toll of battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक युद्धभूमि को दर्शाता है जो नायकों और घोड़ों के अवशेषों से परिपूर्ण है, जहाँ दिव्य हस्तक्षेप और भौतिक संघर्ष का सामना होता है। भूमि पर हताहत सैनिकों और उनके रथों का जमावड़ा दर्शाता है कि युद्ध का विनाशकारी प्रभाव कितना अधिक है।

Commentary

Context

This scene reflects the climactic battles of the Kurukshetra war, symbolizing the sacrifices made by warriors and the inevitable destruction during fierce confrontations.

Meaning

It represents the thin line between heroic glory and tragic defeat, illustrating the severity of the costs incurred in the quest for victory.

Application

The imagery reminds us of the cost of conflict, inspiring a desire for peace while acknowledging the various dimensions involved in overcoming challenges.