Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – अस्तैश च विविधाकरै रथौघैश च युधिष्ठिर

Shloka (श्लोक)

अस्तैश च विविधाकरै रथौघैश च युधिष्ठिर
अभ्यवर्षन्त राजानं हिमवन्तम इवाम्बुदाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Various chariots rained arrows upon Yudhishthira, resembling a storm from the mountains.

Translations

English Translation

The warriors attacked King Yudhishthira with diverse kinds of arrows and a multitude of chariots, reminiscent of clouds pouring rain upon the Himalayas, creating a scene of overwhelming ferocity and chaos.

हिंदी अनुवाद

योद्धाओं ने विविध प्रकार के तीरों और रथों से युधिष्ठिर पर हमला किया, जैसे हिमालयों से बादल बारिश कर रहे हों, जो उग्रता और अराजकता का दृश्य प्रस्तुत करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka illustrates the pressure faced by Yudhishthira during a fierce confrontation within the Anushasana Parva.

Meaning

The comparison to rain demonstrates the overwhelming nature of the attack, highlighting the chaos of battle.

Application

This verse teaches us about facing adversity and maintaining composure amidst overwhelming challenges.