Chapter 1, Verse 8
भवान्भीष्मश्च कर्णश्च कृपश्च समितिञ्जय: | अश्वत्थामा विकर्णश्च सौमदत्तिस्तथैव च ॥8॥
bhavān bhīṣmaś ca karṇaś ca kṛpaś ca samitiñjayaḥ | aśvatthāmā vikarṇaś ca saumadattis tathaiva ca ||
"There are personalities like your good self, Bhishma, Karna, Kripa, Ashvatthama, Vikarna and the son of Somadatta called Bhurishrava, who are always victorious in battle."
Key Insight:
The Bhagavad Gita teaches us through 1.8 that true peace is found when we align our actions with Dharma.
The Bhagavad Gita teaches us through 1.8 that true peace is found when we align our actions with Dharma.
Detailed Meaning
Duryodhana continues to address his teacher Dronacharya, listing the greatest warriors on the Kaurava side. By addressing Drona as 'Bhavan' (Your Lordship/Your good self) first, he attempts to flatter and secure the loyalty of his teacher while masking his own rising anxiety about the Pandava strength mentioned in the previous verses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core message of Gita 1.8?
There are personalities like your good self, Bhishma, Karna, Kripa, Ashvatthama, Vikarna and the son of Somadatta called Bhurishrava, who are always victorious in battle.