Mahabharata Drona Parva – एकलब्यं हि साङ्गुष्ठम अशक्ता देवदानवाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

एकलब्यं हि साङ्गुष्ठम अशक्ता देवदानवाः
स राक्षसॊरगाः पार्थ विजेतुं युधि कर्हि चित

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse conveys the strength of a single weak entity against even the mightiest.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka conveys how a lone figure, weak and limited like a thumb, can pose a challenge to even the most powerful beings, capturing the essence of determination that can defy overwhelming odds.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह दर्शाता है कि एक अकेला व्यक्ति, जो कमजोर और सीमित है जैसे कि एक अंगूठा, भी सबसे मजबूत प्राणियों के लिए चुनौती बन सकता है, जो दृढ़ संकल्प की भावना को दर्शाता है जो भारी बाधाओं को चुनौती दे सकता है।

Commentary

Context

Situated in the Drona Parva, this verse emphasizes the might of even small entities in the grand narrative.

Meaning

It highlights that size and strength are not the only metrics of power; spirit and adaptability matter as well.

Application

This serves to remind us that even when we feel weak or constrained, our potential to effect change and achieve triumph exists within us.