Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – ताभ्यां मुक्ताः शरा राजन्न अन्तरिक्षे विरेजिरे

Shloka (श्लोक)

ताभ्यां मुक्ताः शरा राजन्न अन्तरिक्षे विरेजिरे
हंसा इव महाराज शरत्काले नभस्तले

⚡ Quick Meaning

Arrows released by great warriors shone in the sky like swans during autumn.

Translations

English Translation

The arrows shot by the warriors glittered in the sky, showcasing their might, just as swans elegantly fly in the autumn sky. This imagery contextually highlights the ferocity and grace of the battle in the Mahabharata.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यो वाण युद्ध के दौरान योद्धाओं द्वारा छोड़े गए थे, वे आसमान में चमकते हुए दिखाई दिए, जैसे हंस शरद ऋतु में उड़ते हैं। यह दृश्य महाभारत की लड़ाई की क्रूरता और सुंदरता को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Bhishma Parva of the Mahabharata, the fierce battles between the Kauravas and Pandavas are highlighted.

Meaning

This shloka symbolizes the beauty and violence of war, showing how powerful acts can also be aesthetically pleasing.

Application

It teaches that strength can coexist with grace, a reminder for individuals to pursue excellence in all endeavors.