Verse 1.4 : Arjuna Vishada Yoga "The Grief of Arjuna"
Verse 4 of 47
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The Translation
“Here are brave warriors, mighty archers, equal in battle to Bhima and Arjuna—Yuyudhana, Virata, and Drupada, the great chariot-warrior.”
Commentary & Insights
Duryodhana enumerates the top-tier warriors of the Pandava coalition. He starts by comparing them to the benchmark of strength and skill: Bhima (symbolizing physical power and mace warfare) and Arjuna (symbolizing supreme skill in archery). He specifically names Satyaki (Yuyudhana), King Virata, and Drupada.
Practical Application
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Assess the challenges in your life objectively without letting fear or insecurity exaggerate their size.
Reflections & Notes
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Self-Reflection Prompts
- In your personal growth, who or what are the 'mighty archers' (strengths, resources, virtues) that support your positive goals?
- Do you tend to overestimate the obstacles in front of you, or do you view them with objective clarity?
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1.4
अत्र शूरा महेष्वासा भीमार्जुनसमा युधि
Duryodhana lists these warriors to shake Drona's confidence, but in doing so, he only reveals his own preoccupation with the strength of the enemy.