Illustration for Bhagavad Gita chapter 1 verse 4
Chapter 1 · Arjuna Vishada Yoga

Sizing Up the Opponent · Respect Born of Fear

अत्र शूरा महेष्वासा भीमार्जुनसमा युधि । युयुधानो विराटश्च द्रुपदश्च महारथः ।।4।।

atra śūrā maheṣvāsā bhīmārjuna-samā yudhi yuyudhāno virāṭaś ca drupadaś ca mahā-rathaḥ

Meaning

"Here are heroic mighty archers, equal in battle to Bhima and Arjuna: Yuyudhana, Virata, and Drupada, great warriors of the chariot."

Explanation

Duryodhana continues cataloguing the Pandava side's champions, betraying just how seriously he takes the threat.

Today's Life Lesson

Take stock of a challenge honestly today, rather than underestimating what stands before you.

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