Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – किं ते विवक्षया वीर जहि भीष्मं महारथम

Shloka (श्लोक)

किं ते विवक्षया वीर जहि भीष्मं महारथम
न हय अन्यम अनुपश्यामि कं चिद यौधिष्ठिरे बले

⚡ Quick Meaning

Arjuna questions Shikhandi about his purpose in wanting to defeat Bhishma, stating he sees no other opponent equal to the challenge.

Translations

English Translation

Arjuna questions Shikhandi’s intentions, asking why he aims to kill the mighty Bhishma. He expresses that he sees no one else worthy of facing Bhishma in battle, illustrating the significant challenge ahead in their fight.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अर्जुन शिखंडी के इरादों पर सवाल उठाते हैं, यह पूछते हैं कि वह शक्तिशाली भीष्म को मारने का प्रयास क्यों कर रहा है। वह बताते हैं कि उन्हें युद्ध में भीष्म के समान कोई और चुनौतीपूर्ण प्रतिद्वंद्वी नहीं दिखता, जो आगे की लड़ाई की महत्वपूर्ण चुनौती को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects Arjuna’s observation of the battlefield dynamics and the enormity of facing Bhishma, a warrior of unmatched skill.

Meaning

It underscores the respect Arjuna has for Bhishma while simultaneously expressing the gravity of the situation and the stakes involved.

Application

This wisdom serves as a reminder to assess the challenges we face, realizing some opponents may be far greater than others, thereby influencing our strategies.