Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 10309
Shloka (श्लोक)
न शत्रुर अवमन्तव्यॊ दुर्बलॊ ऽपि बलीयसा
यॊ ऽपि सयात पीढगः कश चित किं पुनः समरे सथितः
⚡ Quick Meaning
Even a seemingly weak enemy should not be underestimated, as all fighters have their own strength.
📖 Translations
English Translation
No enemy should be belittled, even if they appear feeble, for every warrior possesses some strength. It is a reminder that underestimating any adversary can lead to severe consequences, given the unpredictable nature of combat.
हिंदी अनुवाद
किसी भी दुश्मन को कम आंकना नहीं चाहिए, भले ही वे कमजोर नजर आएं, क्योंकि हर योद्धा में कुछ न कुछ ताकत होती है। यह याद दिलाता है कि किसी भी विरोधी को कम आंकना गंभीर परिणाम ला सकता है।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
This verse cautions against the hubris that can arise when evaluating opponents, critical in the battles described in the Mahabharata.
🧘 Meaning
It conveys that strength can be deceptive and that careful consideration should always be afforded to all challengers regardless of their apparent abilities.
🌟 Application
In daily life, this teaches us to respect everyone’s potential and not to take any challenge lightly, as outcomes can be unexpected.
