‘There is no sin in slaying those who are intent on destroying us; but to stoop as beggars before our foes is both impious and disgraceful.’ ।। 5-3-21 ।।
‘Fulfil without delay the desire that lies deep in his heart. Let the son of Pandu regain the kingdom wrongfully withheld, the realm that should rightfully be his!’ ।। 5-3-22 ।।
‘Let the son of Pandu reclaim the kingdom that Dhritarashtra wrongfully withholds! Either Yudhishthira shall regain his throne this very day, or all our enemies shall lie upon the earth, slain by my hand!’ ।। 5-3-23 ।।