Mahabharata Drona Parva – स नाग इव नागेन गॊवृषेणेव गॊवृषः

Shloka (श्लोक)
स नाग इव नागेन गॊवृषेणेव गॊवृषः
समाहूतः सवयं राज्ञा नागानीकम उपाद्रवत
⚡ Quick Meaning
A battle cry summoned the elephants like a king calls his subjects.
Translations
English Translation
The elephants were called forth by the king, just as a serpent summoned its kind. They rushed towards the battle, embodying the vigor and strength of the mighty bull, ready to engage in the fierce confrontation.
हिंदी अनुवाद
राजा द्वारा एकत्रित किए गए हाथियों को नाग की तरह एकत्रित किया गया। यह विशालकाय जानवर भयंकर युद्ध में शामिल होने के लिए पूरी ताकत और ऊर्जा के साथ दौड़े।
Commentary
Context
This verse is set in Drona Parva, during intense moments of the Kurukshetra war when elephants were crucial in battles for both sides.
Meaning
The imagery used compares the calling of elephants to that of serpents, implying a natural command that resonates with their instincts.
Application
This shloka describes leadership qualities of a king and the importance of mobilizing forces effectively in times of war.
