Shloka 10
Adhyāya 107 — बहुयुद्धप्रकरणम्
Multiple Defensive Engagements to Protect Bhīṣma
सर्वोद्योगेन महता धनंजयमुपाद्रवत् । त्रिगर्ताधिपतेरथथें जीवितस्य विशाम्पते
sañjaya uvāca | sarvodyogena mahatā dhanañjayam upādravat | trigartādhipater arthe jīvitasya viśāmpate ||
قال سنجيا: وبجهدٍ عظيم وبكل ما أوتوا من قوة اندفعوا على دهننجيا (أرجونا). يا سيد الشعب، إنما كان مقصد ذلك الهجوم صون حياة حاكم التريغارتا.
संजय उवाच
Educational Q&A
The verse highlights how, in war, actions are often justified as protection of allies and preservation of life, yet they remain embedded in larger strategic aims. It invites reflection on kshatriya duty: safeguarding dependents and allies can be presented as dharmic, even while serving broader political objectives.
Sanjaya reports to Dhritarashtra that a force charged at Arjuna with great effort. The stated aim of the assault is to protect the Trigarta ruler’s life, indicating a coordinated attempt to pressure Arjuna and secure an ally on the battlefield.