Mahabharata Vana Parva – दारुणं हय अशिवं नादं शिवा दक्षिणतः सथिता

Shloka (श्लोक)

दारुणं हय अशिवं नादं शिवा दक्षिणतः सथिता
दीप्तायां दिशि वित्रस्ता रौति तस्याश्रमस्य ह

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka refers to a haunting sound described as ominous and terrifying emanating from the south.

Translations

English Translation

From the southern direction arose a dreadful noise, as if an evil omen manifested, creating fear and chaos among the ashram’s inhabitants, highlighting the troubling atmosphere that loomed over them.

हिंदी अनुवाद

दक्षिण दिशा से एक भयानक ध्वनि उठी, जैसे कोई अशुभ संकेत प्रकट हो रहा हो, जिससे आश्रमवासियों में भय और अराजकता पैदा हो गई, जो उनके ऊपर छाया हुआ कठिन माहौल प्रकट करती है।

Commentary

Context

This moment adds to the narrative by illustrating foreboding signs which indicate the perilous events yet to unfold within the epic saga.

Meaning

The shloka represents themes of fear and omen prevalent in the epic, suggesting that nature itself reacts to human actions.

Application

It encourages awareness of surroundings and the energies we invoke, developing sensitivity to the unseen sentiments influencing our lives.