Mahabharata Drona Parva – सूपस्करैर अधिष्ठानैर ईषा दण्डकबन्धुरैः

Shloka (श्लोक)

सूपस्करैर अधिष्ठानैर ईषा दण्डकबन्धुरैः
चक्रैर विमथितैर अक्षै भग्नैश च बहुधा युगैः

⚡ Quick Meaning

With seats of honor and marshals shaking the wheel, many chariots were shattered in battle.

Translations

English Translation

This verse illustrates the chaotic scene of battle where banners flutter, and wheels of chariots are disturbed. It conveys the disarray as numerous chariots become undone amid the strife, a metaphor for the disruption of order during warfare.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध के दृश्य को चित्रित करता है, जहाँ मान-सम्पान के आसन और झंडे हवा में लहराते हैं। यह दिखाता है कि कैसे कई रथ युद्ध के दौरान अनियंत्रित हो जाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This excerpt depicts the tumultuous environment of the Drona Parva and significantly highlights the struggle in battles.

Meaning

Symbolizing chaos, this shloka emphasizes how glory and order can be overwhelmed by the ferocity of battle.

Application

It reminds us of the fleeting nature of honor in war and encourages striving for stability and peace in turmoil.