Mahabharata Shanti Parva – स विकारं शरीरस्य दृष्ट्वा नृपतिर आत्मनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

स विकारं शरीरस्य दृष्ट्वा नृपतिर आत्मनः
परीतॊ ऽसमीत्य अब्रवीत कर्णं वैरम उत्सृज्य भारत

⚡ Quick Meaning

The king, seeing the disturbances of the body, felt a surge of affection and declared Karna should abandon enmity.

Translations

English Translation

This verse reflects a moment where the king observes Karna’s physical difficulties and, upon reconsidering their enmity, expresses a desire for reconciliation. It highlights the inherent compassion even among fierce adversaries.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक क्षण को दर्शाता है जब राजा कर्ण की शारीरिक कठिनाइयों को देखता है और दुश्मनी को दरकिनार करते हुए मेल-मिलाप की भावना व्यक्त करता है। यह बलशाली विरोधियों के बीच अंतर्निहित सहानुभूति को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

Situated in the Shanti Parva, this verse emphasizes the emotional complexity within the context of warfare and personal relationships.

Meaning

The shloka reminds readers that compassion can arise even amidst conflict and that understanding one another’s struggles can lead to harmony.

Application

This teaches us to look beyond mere rivalry, fostering empathy and reconciliation in our lives and conflicts.