Sanskrit Verse
sauryam tejo dhritir daksyam yuddhe capy apalayanam danam isvara-bhavas ca ksatram karma svabhava-jam
Translation & Meaning
Heroism, vigor, steadiness, skill, not fleeing in battle, generosity, and lordly nature — these are the duties of the kshatriya born of their own nature. The warrior class is defined by courage, honor, and protective leadership.
Key Teachings
- •Kshatriya dharma centers on courage, skill, steadiness, and leadership
- •Not fleeing from battle is a specific and solemn duty of the warrior
- •Generosity and noble bearing elevate kshatriya duty beyond mere fighting
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