Shloka 25
Dhruva’s War with the Yakṣas and the Protection of the Holy Name
तत: खेऽदृश्यत गिरिर्निपेतु: सर्वतोदिशम् । गदापरिघनिस्त्रिंशमुसला: साश्मवर्षिण: ॥ २५ ॥
tataḥ khe ’dṛśyata girir nipetuḥ sarvato-diśam gadā-parigha-nistriṁśa- musalāḥ sāśma-varṣiṇaḥ
Next a great mountain appeared in the sky, and from every direction hailstones fell, along with lances, clubs, swords, iron bludgeons, and massive stones.
FAQs
This verse depicts overwhelming assaults—mountains, stones, and weapons raining from all directions—illustrating how opponents may use terrifying, deceptive displays to crush a warrior’s resolve.
In the narrative of Dhruva Mahārāja’s conflict with the Yakṣas, such fearful phenomena are described as part of the Yakṣas’ aggressive counterattack, meant to intimidate and overpower him.
Like Dhruva facing danger from every side, one can meet crises with steadiness—acting responsibly while staying anchored in remembrance of the Lord rather than panicking at frightening appearances.