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V, 28.
DIVISION OF THE SARÎRAS.
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hurl against the advancing host. Then the seven kings entrenched themselves around the city, each army host filled with increasing courage; 2226
Their wings of battle shining in array as the sun's seven beams of glory shine; the heavy drums 1 rolling as the thunder, the warlike breath (rising) as the full cloud mist. 2227
The Mallas, greatly incensed, opening the gates command the fray to begin; the aged men and women whose hearts had trust in Buddha's law, 2228
With deep concern breathed forth their vow, 'Oh! may the victory be a bloodless one?!' Those who had friends used mutual exhortations not to encourage in themselves a desire for strife. 2229
And now the warriors, clad in armour, grasping their spears and brandishing their swords 'midst the confused noise and heavy drums? (advanced). But ere the contest had begun, 2230
There was a certain Brahman whose name was Drona (tuh-lau-na), celebrated for penetration, honour'd for modesty and lowliness, 2231
Whose loving heart took pleasure in religion. This one addressed those kings and said: 'Regarding the unequalled strength of yonder city, one man alone would be enough (for its defence); 2232
How much less when with determined heart (they are united), can you subdue it! In the beginning: mutual strife produced destruction, how now can it result in glory or renown? 2233
· Is for If so, it would be cymbals and drums.
May they subdue those without loss or hurt to themselves. • Or, from the beginning.
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| SR No. | 007676 |
| Book Title | Text of Confucianism Part 02 |
| Original Sutra Author | N/A |
| Author | James Legge |
| Publisher | Oxford |
| Publication Year | 1882 |
| Total Pages | 2405 |
| Language | English |
| Classification | Book_English |
| File Size | 43 MB |