Mahabharata Drona Parva – दिवि शक्र इव शरेष्ठॊ महासत्त्वॊ महाबलः

Shloka (श्लोक)

दिवि शक्र इव शरेष्ठॊ महासत्त्वॊ महाबलः
स कथं निहतः पार्थैः कषुद्रमत्स्यैर यथा तिमिः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka compares a strong and powerful individual to Indra, inquiring how such a mighty being can be undermined by lesser forces.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker draws a parallel between a great being, akin to the powerful Indra, and questions the circumstances under which they could fall to insignificant foes, such as minor fish in a vast ocean.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता एक महान और शक्तिशाली व्यक्ति की तुलना इंद्र से करता है, यह पूछते हुए कि ऐसा प्रबल व्यक्ति कैसे तुच्छ शत्रुओं, जैसे कि समुद्र में छोटे मछलियों के हाथों पराजित हो सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka arises in a significant moment of turmoil in the Drona Parva, highlighting themes of strength against perceived weakness.

Meaning

It emphasizes that even the strongest can face defeat, prompting philosophical inquiry into the nature of strength, victory, and vulnerability.

Application

This teaches us to recognize that strength comes in many forms, and even those we perceive as mighty can be brought low by seemingly minor challenges.