Yuyudhana King Quote by Krishna-Dwaipayana Vyasa
““said, 'While the (Kuru) host was shaken by the grandson of Sini in these places (through which he proceeded), the son of Bharadwaja covered him with a dense shower of arrows. The encounter that then took place between Drona and Satwata in the very sight of all the troops was extremely fierce, like that between Vali and Vasava (in days of old). Then Drona pierced the grandson of Sini on the forehead with three beautiful arrows made entirely of iron and resembling' snakes of virulent poison. Thus pierced on the forehead with those straight shafts, Yuyudhana, O king, looked beautiful like a mountain with three summits. The son of Bharadwaja always on the alert for an opportunity, then sped in that battle many other arrows of Satyaki which resembled the roar of Indra's thunder. Then he of Dasarha's race, acquainted with the highest weapons, cut off all those arrows shot from Drona's bow, with two beautifully winged arrows of his. Beholding that lightness of hand (in Satyaki), Drona, O king, smiling the while, suddenly pierced that bull among the Sinis with thirty arrows. Surpassing by his own lightness the lightness of Yuyudhana, Drona, once more, pierced””
About This Quote
A vivid battle scene illustrating heroic combat, strategic prowess, and divine-like weaponry, emphasizing the intensity and skill of warriors.
In simple terms: Epic war narrative with divine weapons
Key Takeaway
Heroic combat and strategic skill
Themes
heroism
warfare
mythology
strategy
divine power
Mood
dramatic
awe-inspiring
intense
Type
historical
mythic
narrative
When to use this quote
- describing ancient battles
- teaching martial strategy
- illustrating mythic heroism
Key Concepts
archery
battle tactics
heroic lineage
Practical Applications
- historical storytelling
- cultural education
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this passage reveal about the values of ancient warriors?
- How does the use of divine-like weapons shape the narrative?
