Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – बाह्लीकस तु ततॊ राजन धृष्टकेतुम अमर्षणम

Shloka (श्लोक)
बाह्लीकस तु ततॊ राजन धृष्टकेतुम अमर्षणम
शरैर बहुभिर आनर्च्छत सिंहनादम अथानदत
⚡ Quick Meaning
Bahlika, enraged, attacked Dhritaketu with many arrows, roaring like a lion.
Translations
English Translation
Bahlika, the mighty warrior, launched a fierce attack on Dhritaketu, enraged and determined. He unleashed a multitude of arrows, creating a thunderous sound akin to a lion’s roar, dominating the battlefield with his fierce might and skill.
हिंदी अनुवाद
बाह्लीक, तेजस्वी योद्धा, धृष्टकेतु पर क्रोधित होकर प्रचंड आक्रमण करता है। उसने अनेक बाण छोड़कर एक सिंह की दहाड़ की तरह गर्जना की, युद्धभूमि पर अपने प्रचंड बल और कौशल का प्रदर्शन किया।
Commentary
Context
This shloka depicts a critical moment in the battlefield where Bahlika confronts Dhritaketu during the Bhishma Parva. The intensity of the battle rises as emotions run high.
Meaning
Bahlika symbolizes the fierce determination one should exhibit in adversity, representing unwavering strength and focused aggression. The image of a lion adds to the motivational aspect of this moment.
Application
In our lives, we can draw inspiration from warriors like Bahlika, emphasizing the importance of confronting challenges with courage and unfaltering vigor, much like a lion protecting its territory.
