Shloka 22
द्रुपदवाक्यं
Drupada’s Counsel on Conciliation and Alliance Mobilization
बृहद्धलो महौजाश्न बाहु: परपुरञ्जय: । समुद्रसेनो राजा च सह पुत्रेण वीर्यवान्
bṛhaddhalo mahaujāś ca bāhuḥ parapurañjayaḥ | samudraseno rājā ca saha putreṇa vīryavān ||
Drupada said: “Bṛhaddhala, the mighty Mahaujā, and Bāhu—the conqueror of enemy cities; and King Samudrasena as well, a valiant ruler, together with his son.”
दुपद उवाच
Educational Q&A
The verse underscores the Kṣatriya-world emphasis on assembling capable allies—valor, leadership, and the ability to subdue hostile strongholds are presented as decisive qualities in upholding one’s political and dharmic commitments.
Drupada is enumerating notable kings and warriors aligned with his side, naming Bṛhaddhala, Mahaujā, Bāhu (described as a conqueror of enemy cities), and King Samudrasena who comes accompanied by his son.