Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दैवं यद्य अस्य वर्मैतद बरह्मणा वा सवयं कृतम

Shloka (श्लोक)

दैवं यद्य अस्य वर्मैतद बरह्मणा वा सवयं कृतम
नैतद गॊप्स्यति दुर्बुद्धिम अद्य बाणहतं मया

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions the divine or self-origin of the armor, asserting it won’t protect from the arrows wielded by me today.

Translations

English Translation

This verse raises doubt on whether the armor is divine or created by oneself, concluding that it will not be effective against the arrows launched by the powerful adversary.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर सवाल उठाता है कि क्या कवच दिव्य है या स्वयं द्वारा निर्मित है, यह निष्कर्ष निकालते हुए कि यह ताकतवर शत्रु द्वारा चलाए गए बाणों से प्रभावी नहीं होगा।

Commentary

Context

This verse manifests during a battle when the efficacy of protective measures is under scrutiny, emphasizing self-reliance in the face of challenges.

Meaning

The meaning lies in understanding that external protection may not always suffice, and inner strength is crucial during struggles.

Application

This shloka teaches the importance of inner resolve and courage, signifying that true defense comes from oneself rather than solely from external sources.