Shloka 33
Yudhiṣṭhira’s Rājasūya Resolve and the Slaying of Jarāsandha
इत्युक्त्वा भीमसेनाय प्रादाय महतीं गदाम् । द्वितीयां स्वयमादाय निर्जगाम पुराद् बहि: ॥ ३३ ॥
ity uktvā bhīmasenāya prādāya mahatīṁ gadām dvitīyāṁ svayam ādāya nirjagāma purād bahiḥ
ثم قال ذلك، فأعطى جراسندها بهيماسين هراوة عظيمة، وأخذ لنفسه هراوة ثانية، وخرج خارج المدينة.
FAQs
This verse shows Kṛṣṇa practically empowering Bhīma—by giving him a powerful mace and personally taking another—indicating divine guidance and support in righteous conflict.
In the Jarāsandha episode, Kṛṣṇa equips Bhīma for the impending duel, ensuring he is properly prepared to carry out the necessary task of confronting Jarāsandha.
Act with dharma, take proper tools/training for your duty, and seek higher guidance—this verse highlights preparation, responsibility, and supportive leadership.