Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तैर आहतौ सर्वमनुष्यमुख्याव;

Shloka (श्लोक)
तैर आहतौ सर्वमनुष्यमुख्याव;
असृक क्षरन्तौ धनदेन्द्र कल्पौ
समाप्तविद्येन यथाभिभूतौ;
हतौ सविद एतौ किम उ मेनिरे ऽनये
⚡ Quick Meaning
The powerful warriors fell, shedding blood as they faced their fate.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka recounts the fall of eminent warriors on the battlefield, their strength waning as they succumb to injuries. The imagery of bloodshed reflects the brutality of war, emphasizing the transient nature of life and glory, questioning the fate of those who believed themselves invincible.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक युद्धभूमि पर प्रमुख योद्धाओं के गिरने की गाथा सुनाता है, जिनकी शक्ति घावों के कारण क्षीण हो गई। रक्तपात का चित्रण युद्ध की बर्बरता को दर्शाता है, जीवन और महिमा की क्षणिकता को स्पष्ट करता है, और उन लोगों के भाग्य पर सवाल उठाता है जो स्वयं को अजेय मानते थे।
Commentary
Context
This verse illustrates the heavy casualties that emerged in the struggle for power during the great war of Kurukshetra.
Meaning
It serves as a grim reminder that strength and valor do not guarantee survival, and the cycle of life is fraught with unpredictability.
Application
In our lives, this shloka reminds us to remain humble and aware of our vulnerabilities, instilling a sense of respect for the unpredictability of our actions.
