Shloka (श्लोक)
धृष्टकेतुश च चेदीनाम ऋषभॊ ऽतिबलॊदितः
सहसा परापतद दरॊणं पतंग इव पावकम
⚡ Quick Meaning
Dhrishtaketu, a brave warrior, suddenly charged at Dronacharya like a moth towards a flame.
Translations
English Translation
This verse highlights the bravery of Dhrishtaketu as he recklessly attacks Dronacharya, likening him to a moth attracted to fire, symbolizing the intense and often perilous nature of battle.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक धृष्टकेतु के साहस को उजागर करता है जब वह द्रोणाचार्य पर बेखौफ हमला करता है, उसे आग की ओर आकर्षित होते पतंग के रूप में दर्शाते हुए, जो युद्ध की तीव्र और कभी-कभी खतरनाक प्रकृति को दर्शाता है।
Commentary
Context
This occurrence from Drona Parva conveys moments of valor and reckless bravery exhibited by warriors during the Kurukshetra war.
Meaning
Dhrishtaketu’s attack signifies courage, but it also warns against reckless decisions in the heat of battle, emphasizing the thin line between bravery and folly.
Application
This verse invites insight into balancing bravery and wisdom; it indicates that courage must be guided by strategy if one hopes to achieve success in any endeavor.
