Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – गाण्डीवं पावकाल लेभे खाण्डवे पाकशासनिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

गाण्डीवं पावकाल लेभे खाण्डवे पाकशासनिः
दरुमाद रुक्मी महातेजा विजयं परत्यपद्यत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka describes the moment Arjuna acquires the Gandiva bow during a divine event.

Translations

English Translation

This verse narrates how Arjuna obtained the powerful Gandiva bow from the fire after performing a ritual in Khanda to secure victory and his fate as a great warrior.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि अर्जुन ने खाण्डवे में एक अनुष्ठान करने के बाद शक्तिशाली गाण्डीव धनुष प्राप्त किया, जो उसकी विजय और एक महान योद्धा के रूप में उसकी पुकार को सुनिश्चित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is in the Udyoga Parva, focusing on Arjuna’s divine armament as a precursor to war.

Meaning

The Gandiva symbolizes absolute power, indicating Arjuna’s readiness to face any challenge that comes his way.

Application

This verse inspires individuals to seek their own divine gifts and tools to face life’s battles with confidence.