Mahabharata Drona Parva – तस्यार्जुनिर धवजं छित्त्वा शल्यं तरिभिर अताडयत

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्यार्जुनिर धवजं छित्त्वा शल्यं तरिभिर अताडयत
तं शल्यॊ नवभिर बाणैर गार्ध्रपत्रैर अताडयत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Arjuna shattered Shalya’s flag and struck him with three arrows, while Shalya retaliated with nine arrows made of eagle feathers.

Translations

English Translation

In this encounter, Arjuna skillfully strikes Shalya, demonstrating his prowess in battle. As he severs Shalya’s flag with precision, Shalya, unyielding, retaliates with a volley of nine sharp arrows crafted from eagle feathers. This duel encapsulates the intense warfare between them.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस मुठभेड़ में, अर्जुन ने शल्य को कलात्मक रूप से अपने तीरों से मारा, यह उसकी युद्ध कौशल को प्रदर्शित करता है। जैसे ही उसने शल्य का ध्वज काटा, शल्य ने ताल ठोकते हुए तितर-बितर कर दिया। यह युद्ध के बीच के द्वंद्व को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated in the Drona Parva, highlighting the fierce battle strategies employed by Arjuna against the formidable warrior Shalya.

Meaning

The shloka illustrates the intensity of the battle between Arjuna and Shalya, with both warriors showcasing their exceptional skills.

Application

In life, we may encounter challenges akin to battles; we must face them with courage and determination, just like Arjuna faced Shalya.