‘Krishna said: "These measures are well-suited to the chief of the Somakas and are certain to advance the cause of Pandu’s son, whose strength knows no bounds."’ ।। 5-5-1 ।।
‘Since we seek to act with wisdom and foresight, this indeed should be regarded as our foremost duty; to act otherwise would be sheer folly.’ ।। 5-5-2 ।।
किं तु संबन्धकं तुल्यम अस्माकं कुरु पाण्डुषु यथेष्टं वर्तमानेषु पाण्डवेषु च तेषु च ।। ५-५-३ ।।
‘Yet, let it not be forgotten that our bond with both the Kurus and the Pandavas stands equal, regardless of how these two sides may conduct themselves towards one another’ ।। 5-5-3 ।।
‘Both you and we have been invited here for the celebration of a marriage. Now that the ceremony is complete, let us return home in joy and contentment.’ ।। 5-5-4 ।।