Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तथार्ध चन्द्रेण शिरस तस्य चिच्छेद पाण्डवः

Shloka (श्लोक)

तथार्ध चन्द्रेण शिरस तस्य चिच्छेद पाण्डवः
स पपात हतॊ मलेच्छस तेनैव सह दन्तिना

⚡ Quick Meaning

The Pandava severed the head of that foe with a half-moon on his crown, causing him to fall dead alongside his mount.

Translations

English Translation

The Pandava warrior, with a brilliant strike powered by the potency of the half-moon, cut off the head of the enemy, who then fell dead from his chariot, alongside the slaughtered beast he rode, marking a moment of triumph in battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

पाण्डव योद्धा ने आधे चाँद की शक्ति से उस शत्रु का सिर काट दिया, जिससे वह अपने रथ से गिर कर मरा और उसके साथ घोड़ा भी मरा पड़ा, यह युद्ध में विजय का एक क्षण था।

Commentary

Context

This shloka depicts a pivotal moment in the battlefield where the skill of the Pandava is showcased as he decisively eliminates a formidable opponent.

Meaning

The severing of the head symbolizes not just a physical defeat, but also the triumph of righteousness over unrighteousness in the epic battle.

Application

One can reflect on this shloka to understand that success often requires decisive action against formidable challenges.