Shloka 60
अतिकायवधः
The Slaying of Atikāya
सर्वायुधसमायुक्तोधन्वीत्वंरथमास्थितः ।शरैर्वायदिवाप्यस्त्रैर्दर्शयस्वपराक्रमम् ।।।।
sarvāyudha-samāyukto dhanvī tvaṃ ratham āsthitaḥ | śarair vā yadi vāpy astrair darśayasva parākramam ||
Aunque te sientes en tu carro como un arquero equipado con todas las armas, esa exhibición por sí sola no prueba nada. Con flechas, o con cualquier arma, demuestra tu valor.
"You are seated in the chariot with all kinds of weapons collected. By that alone you do not become capable. Show your capacity."
FAQs
Dharma distinguishes substance from show: external power or armament is not proof of merit; real capability must be demonstrated truthfully.
Lakṣmaṇa challenges Atikāya’s battlefield display, demanding a direct demonstration of prowess in the duel.
Fearless candor and warrior-rectitude: Lakṣmaṇa refuses to be impressed by appearances and calls for decisive action.