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Pancharatra and Core: Arjuna thanks Krishna for his assuring words and then indulges in his own self-boosting, preparing mentally to face Karna.
Sanjaya said:
Upon hearing Keshava's words, Bibhatsu, O Bharata, was instantly relieved of sorrow and filled with joy.
Then, after swiftly cleaning the bowstring, he stretched the Gandiva bow, prepared it for Karna's destruction, and addressed Keshava.
With you as my protector, O Govinda, my victory is assured. You, who are gracious to me today, are the master of all times: past, present, and future.
With your assistance, Krishna, I could deliver the three worlds that have assembled to the supreme realm; let alone Karna in the great battle.
I observe the Pāñcālas' army retreating, O Janardana, and Karna fearlessly maneuvering in the battlefield.
I see the Bhargava weapon moving all around, created by Karna, O descendant of Vrishni, just like the great thunderbolt created by Indra.
This is indeed the battle where Krishna and I fought. Beings will speak of it as long as the earth endures.
Today, O Krishna, the sons of Vikarna will lead my Karna to his death, as arrows released from the Gandiva bow, destroying everything in their path, driven by my hands.
Today, King Dhritarashtra will reconsider his decision to appoint Duryodhana, who was not worthy of ruling, as the heir to the kingdom.
Today, O mighty-armed one, Dhritarashtra will be separated from the kingdom, happiness, prosperity, the nation, the city, and his sons.
Today, King Duryodhana will lose hope in life with Karna's death. Krishna, I tell you the truth.
"Today, having witnessed Karna torn apart by arrows, I am reminded of your words regarding peace, O lord of the people."
Today, let this son of Subala, Krishna, indeed understand the challenge posed by the arrows, Duryodhana, and the formation of Gandiva and my chariot.
The one who in battle considers no other man on earth, today the earth will drink the blood of that charioteer's son. The arrows released from the Gandiva will grant Karna his ultimate fate.
Today, Radheya will face consequences for his harsh words towards Panchali in the assembly, where he insulted the Pandavas.
Today, those who are like impotent sesame seeds will indeed become sesame seeds there, as the wicked Karna, the son of a charioteer, is slain.
He declared that he would instill fear in the sons of Pandu. However, my sharp arrows will prove that statement false.
He who said, "I am the killer of all the Pāṇḍavas with their sons," today I will kill that Karṇa in the presence of all archers.
In whom Dhritarashtra's great-minded son, having taken refuge in prowess, always disrespected us, the wicked. Today, O Madhusudana, I shall kill Karna, Radheya.
Today, with Karna slain, O Krishna, let the sons of Dhritarashtra along with their kings flee in all directions, frightened like deer terrified by lions.
Today, King Duryodhana may look upon the earth, as Karna, along with his sons and friends, has been slain by me in battle.
Today, upon witnessing the death of Karṇa, Dhritarashtra's son is filled with intense anger. O Krishna, let him recognize me as the foremost among all archers in the battlefield.
"Today, O Krishna, I will fulfill my obligations to the bowmen and release my anger upon the Kurus with the arrows of the Gandiva bow."
"Today, I will free myself from the sorrow accumulated over thirteen years by killing Karṇa in battle, just as Maghavan defeated Śambara."
Today, with Karna slain in battle, the great warriors of the Somakas may consider their task accomplished, as they are eager to perform deeds for their allies in the battle.
O Mādhava, I am uncertain about how Śaineya's affection will be today, especially with Karṇa's defeat and my own superior victory.
"I will bring joy to Bhīma, the sons of Yama, and Sātyaki by killing Karṇa, his son, and the great chariot-warrior in battle."
O Mādhava, with the help of Dhṛṣṭadyumna and Śikhaṇḍin of the Pāñcālas, I will achieve freedom from my obligations by slaying Karṇa in the great battle.
Today, let them witness in the battle the relentless Dhananjaya fighting the Kauravas, causing the fall of the charioteer's son. In your presence, I shall once again speak of my own praises.
In the science of archery, there is no one in the world equal to me; in valor, who can match me? Who else is equal to me in patience; likewise, in anger, there is no one comparable to me.
I, equipped with a bow, confront and defeat the gathered demons, gods, and all beings through the strength of my own arm; recognize my valor as superior to others.
With the flaming arrows of my Gandiva bow, I alone would attack all the Kurus and the Bahlika warriors. Like a fire entering the forest at the end of winter, I would forcibly burn them along with their troops.
In my hands are inscribed arrows; the bow is placed on my left with arrows. My feet are with the chariot and the flag; no one conquers someone like me who has gone to war.
