Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – पाट्यमानेषु कुम्भेषु पार्श्वेष्व अपि च वारणाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पाट्यमानेषु कुम्भेषु पार्श्वेष्व अपि च वारणाः
परासैर विनिहताः के चिद विनेदुः परमातुराः

⚡ Quick Meaning

As the vessels were toppled, some elephants, too, were struck down and cried out in great distress.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka portrays the scene of intense warfare, where toppling vessels lead to the demise of some elephants, who voiced their agony. It highlights the tumultuous nature of battle where all beings are affected.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक युद्ध की तीव्रता का चित्रण करता है, जहाँ पलटे गए पात्रों के कारण कुछ हाथी भी ढेर हो गए और उन्होंने महान संकट में अपनी आवाज उठाई। यह युद्ध की उथल-पुथल को चित्रित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse occurs in Bhishma Parva and reflects the chaotic moments in battle that affect not just warriors but also animals involved.

Meaning

The elephant’s cry symbolizes the shared sufferings of all beings in the face of conflict and chaos, marking the human and animal loss in war.

Application

It serves as a reminder of compassion and empathy toward all beings during conflicts and how destruction is universal in nature.