Mahabharata Drona Parva – अद्य धर्मसुतॊ राजा दृष्ट्वा मम पराक्रमम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अद्य धर्मसुतॊ राजा दृष्ट्वा मम पराक्रमम
अश्वत्थामम अयं लॊकं मंस्यते सह सॊमकैः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The king observes the speaker’s prowess, anticipating the devastation it will wreak on the enemy’s ranks.

Translations

English Translation

The verse states that today, King Yudhishthira, upon witnessing my might, will look towards Ashvatthama, understanding the destruction that awaits the foes aligned with the Somakas. It underscores the gravity of martial prowess in warfare.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि आज धर्मराज युधिष्ठिर, मेरी शक्ति को देखकर अश्वत्थाम पर नजर डालेगा, यह समझते हुए कि शत्रुओं के लिए क्या विनाश आने वाला है। यह युद्ध में वीरता के महत्व को रेखांकित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka occurs in a pivotal moment in the Drona Parva, capturing the concerns of key players in the battle.

Meaning

It conveys the influence of a warrior’s strength on the morale and strategies of both allies and enemies, shaping the outcome of the conflict.

Application

This teaches the significance of recognizing and utilizing one’s strengths in challenging situations to inspire others and achieve objectives.