Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – विक्षिप्तम अष्टचक्रेण विवृताक्षेण कूजता

Shloka (श्लोक)

विक्षिप्तम अष्टचक्रेण विवृताक्षेण कूजता
धवजेनॊच्छ्रिततुण्डेन गृध्रराजेन राजता

⚡ Quick Meaning

The soaring flag, with an eagle emblem, signified victory as it flapped.

Translations

English Translation

The chariot’s flag, displaying an eagle, glistened and flowed in the wind, symbolizing triumph and valor on the battlefield, catching everyone’s eyes.

हिंदी अनुवाद

रथ के ध्वज पर दिख रहे गृध्र का प्रतीक, विजय और वीरता का संकेत देखते हुए हवाई में लहराता रहा।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the symbolism of the eagle, a sign of victory and strength, adding to the overall dramatic imagery of warfare.

Meaning

The eagle represents wisdom and power, critical attributes of effective leadership in the face of conflict.

Application

It inspires us to rise to challenges and carry our ambitions and values gracefully, symbolically akin to the eagle on the flag.