Shloka (श्लोक)
अक्षान यान मन्यसे मूढ गान्धाराणां यशॊहर
नैते ऽकषा निशिता बाणास तवयैते समरे वृताः
⚡ Quick Meaning
A warning against underestimating the power of one’s adversaries.
📖 Translations
English Translation
This shloka cautions the speaker about the folly of underestimating the mighty arrows of Gandharas, despite their ignorance in warfare, implying the importance of recognizing true strength in adversaries during battle.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक वक्ता को गंधारियों की शक्तिशाली बाणों को कम करके आंकने की मूर्खता के प्रति चेतावनी देता है, यद्यपि वे युद्ध में अदूरदर्शी हैं, यह दिखाते हुए कि युद्ध में दुश्मनों की असली ताकत को पहचानना कितना महत्वपूर्ण है।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
Set in the Sabha Parva, this verse emphasizes the complexities of battle and the need for awareness of enemies’ strengths.
🧘 Meaning
It illustrates the importance of respect in warfare, suggesting that even seemingly weaker opponents can possess dangerous skills.
🌟 Application
This shloka encourages humility and vigilance, teaching that knowledge of one’s surroundings and competitors is crucial in any confrontational scenario.
