Mahabharata Sauptika Parva – स तेषां परेक्षताम एव शरीमतां दृढधन्विनाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

स तेषां परेक्षताम एव शरीमतां दृढधन्विनाम
ययौ भागिरथी कच्छं हरिभिर भृशवेगितैः

⚡ Quick Meaning

He observed their strength and advanced with great speed, guided by the mighty.

Translations

English Translation

He witnessed the might of his opponents and, like a powerful river, surged forward with unparalleled speed, driven by the will of the great and able warriors leading the charge.

हिंदी अनुवाद

उसने अपने विरोधियों की ताकत को देखा और एक शक्तिशाली नदी की तरह, महान और सक्षम योद्धाओं की प्रेरणा से अविश्वसनीय गति से आगे बढ़ा।

Commentary

Context

This shloka conveys a potent image of prowess and determination witnessed during the intense maneuvers of battle detailed in the Sauptika Parva.

Meaning

It reflects on the idea of observing strength and leveraging it for one’s advancement, illustrating the dynamics of battle strategies.

Application

This teaches the importance of recognizing the strengths of both oneself and the adversaries in any competitive arena, enabling a strategic advantage.