Mahabharata Drona Parva – धिन ममास्त्राणि दिव्यानि धिग बाहू धिक पराक्रमम

Shloka (श्लोक)

धिन ममास्त्राणि दिव्यानि धिग बाहू धिक पराक्रमम
यन मां दरॊणः सुतं पराप्य केशग्रहणम आप्तवान

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse expresses lamentation over the use of divine weapons and a lament regarding personal strength and valor.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker mourns the use of powerful divine weapons and reflects on a personal sense of inadequacy in comparison to the prowess of his teacher Dronacharya, especially when facing the adversities that arise during battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

वक्ता दिव्य अस्त्रों के उपयोग पर शोक व्यक्त करता है और अपने गुरु द्रोणाचार्य की तुलना में अपनी कमज़ोरी पर विचार करता है, विशेष रूप से युद्ध के दौरान उत्पन्न होने वाली कठिनाइयों का सामना करते समय।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in a critical part of the Drona Parva when the emotional and psychological landscape of the characters is vividly portrayed during the war.

Meaning

The verse underscores the emotional burden carried by warriors, combining regret and a realization of their inner struggles during conflict.

Application

This shloka encourages reflection on the challenges of self-worth and strength in the face of overwhelming circumstances, emphasizing resilience in adversity.