Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – सॊपासङ्गः सरश्मिश च साश्वः सयुग बन्धुरः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सॊपासङ्गः सरश्मिश च साश्वः सयुग बन्धुरः
भस्मीभूते ऽपतद भूमौ रथे गाण्डीवधन्वनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Amidst the chaos of battle, the warrior falls as ashes, symbolizing the transient nature of life.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka poetically illustrates the fleeting nature of existence in war, portraying the warrior’s demise as he transforms into ashes while still wielding strength. It emphasizes how even the mightiest can be reduced in the face of inevitable destiny.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध में अस्तित्व की क्षणिकता को काव्यात्मक रूप से चित्रित करता है, यह दर्शाते हुए कि योद्धा अपनी शक्ति के साथ भस्मीभूत होकर गिर जाता है। यह इस बात पर जोर देता है कि कैसे सबसे महान भी अवश्य की बातों के सामने नष्ट हो सकते हैं।

Commentary

Context

In the heart of battle, this moment reveals the harsh reality of war, where the valiant succumb to the transient essence of life.

Meaning

The shloka serves to remind us that life and death are interwoven, and even the formidable find their end.

Application

This encourages reflection on mortality; valuing each moment motivates us to live fully and fearlessly.