Chapter 1 • Verse 8
भवान्भीष्मश्च कर्णश्च कृपश्च समितिञ्जयः। अश्वत्थामा विकर्णश्च सौमदत्तिस्तथैव च॥
bhavān bhīṣhmaśhcha karṇaśhcha kṛipaśhcha samitiñjayaḥ aśhvatthāmā vikarṇaśhcha saumadattis tathaiva cha
Meaning
Yourself (Drona), Bhishma, Karna, Kripa who is always victorious in battle, Ashwatthama, Vikarna, and the son of Somadatta.
Duryodhana lists his greatest warriors, seeking comfort in their presence. We often seek external sources of strength and security. True strength comes from within, aligned with dharma.
Strength Reflection
"I appreciate my external support systems while cultivating inner strength and resilience."
Devotional Surrender
Lord, let me find my ultimate security in You, while gratefully accepting the support of noble souls around me.