Mahabharata Drona Parva – एवं उक्त्वा विचिक्षेप गाण्डीवं सव्यदक्षिणम

Shloka (श्लोक)

एवं उक्त्वा विचिक्षेप गाण्डीवं सव्यदक्षिणम
तस्य शब्दम अतिक्रम्य धनुः शब्दॊ ऽसपृशद दिवम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Arjuna, after speaking, drew his bow Gāṇḍīva in the right hand and the sound of his bow surpassed even the skies.

Translations

English Translation

After proclaiming his resolve, Arjuna swiftly lifted his mighty bow, Gāṇḍīva, in his right hand. The sound produced by the bowstring was so powerful that it transcended the heavens, indicating the potency of Arjuna’s readiness for battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

अपने संकल्प की घोषणा करते हुए, अर्जुन ने दाहिने हाथ में अपने अद्भुत धनुष, गाण्डीव को जल्दी से उठाया। धनुष की तंतुओं द्वारा उत्पन्न ध्वनि इतनी शक्तिशाली थी कि उसने स्वर्ग को भी पार कर लिया, यह दर्शाते हुए अर्जुन की युद्ध की तैयारी की ताकत को।

Commentary

Context

This verse comes during the Drona Parva, emphasizing the moment when Arjuna prepares to engage in battle with full resolve.

Meaning

The drawing of Gāṇḍīva signifies Arjuna’s transition from the mental state of uncertainty to one of determination and readiness for combat.

Application

This teaches the importance of decisiveness and mental preparation when facing daunting challenges in life.