Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दिव्या मायाविहिता भौवनेन; समुच्छ्रिता इन्द्रकेतुप्रकाशा

Shloka (श्लोक)

दिव्या मायाविहिता भौवनेन; समुच्छ्रिता इन्द्रकेतुप्रकाशा
दिव्यानि भूतानि भयावहानि; दृश्यन्ति चैवात्र भयानकानि

⚡ Quick Meaning

Divine, fearsome forms are conjured in the atmosphere, brightly shining like Indra’s banner, manifesting awe and fear.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka portrays the formidable and awe-inspiring manifestations in the battlefield that evoke fear and awe among the beings present, likened to the grandeur of Indra’s banner, symbolizing divine presence and formidable power.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस युद्धभूमि में प्रकट होने वाले भयावह और आश्चर्यजनक रूपों को दर्शाता है, जो इंद्र के ध्वज की तरह चमकदार होते हैं, जो वहाँ उपस्थित प्राणियों में भय और आश्चर्य उत्पन्न करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects the incredible and divine phenomena occurring during the battles described in the Udyoga Parva, encapsulating the terror felt by both warriors and beings.

Meaning

It symbolizes the divine interventions perceived in critical moments, reinforcing the presence of higher forces during significant conflicts.

Application

Encouraging individuals to recognize and respect the power of the divine in their endeavors while maintaining courage in the face of fearsome challenges.