Bhagavad Gita: Chapter 1 Verse 4-6
In Chapter 1, verses 4-6 of the Bhagavad Gita, Arjuna surveys the battlefield of Kurukshetra and observes the prominent warriors assembled on both sides, preparing for battle.
Verse 4: “तत्र शूरा महेष्वासा भीमार्जुनसमा युधि। युयुधानो विराटश्च द्रुपदश्च महारथः।।” (Bhagavad Gita 1.4)
Translation: “Amongst those present were the mighty armed, the valorous, equal in battle to Bhima and Arjuna; there were also great warriors like Yuyudhana, Virata, and Drupada, the leader of the Panchalas.”
Verse 5: “धृष्टकेतुश्चेकितानः काशिराजश्च वीर्यवान्। पुरुजित्कुन्तिभोजश्च शैयश्च नरपुङ्गवः।।” (Bhagavad Gita 1.5)
Translation: “Dhrishtaketu, Chekitana, the valiant king of Kashi, Purujit, Kuntibhoja, and Shaibya, the best among men.”
Verse 6: “युधामन्युश्च विक्रान्त उत्तमौजाश्च वीर्यवान्। सौभद्रो द्रौपदेयाश्च सर्वेऽपि महारथाः।।” (Bhagavad Gita 1.6)
Translation: “And also the heroic Yudhamanyu, the very powerful Uttamauja, the son of Subhadra, and the sons of Draupadi, all of them great chariot warriors.”
These verses list several key warriors from both the Pandava and Kaurava armies, highlighting their valor, strength, and prowess in battle. The mention of these illustrious figures underscores the formidable forces gathered on both sides of the battlefield, setting the stage for the epic confrontation about to unfold.
Arjuna’s observation of these warriors contributes to his inner conflict and moral dilemma, as he grapples with the prospect of fighting against his own kin and respected elders. This sets the stage for the profound teachings on duty, righteousness, and the nature of existence that follow in the Bhagavad Gita.
