Mahabharata Drona Parva – यस्य वीर्यं समाश्रित्य शमं याचन्तम अच्युतम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यस्य वीर्यं समाश्रित्य शमं याचन्तम अच्युतम
तृणवत तम अहं मन्ये स कर्णॊ निर्जितॊ युधि

⚡ Quick Meaning

Krishna, considering his valor and calmness, believes that Karna is defeated like grass in battle.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights the perception of Krishna regarding Karna’s strength and temperament during combat, suggesting that despite his abilities, he is vulnerable and can be defeated easily. Krishna’s commentary implies an underlying strategy in the ongoing battle between the Kauravas and Pandavas.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में कृष्ण कर्ण की वीरता और उसकी मानसिक स्थिति को देखते हुए यह कहते हैं कि वह युद्ध में घास के समान निर्बल हो सकता है। कृष्ण की यह टिप्पणी इस बात का संकेत देती है कि कर्ण के सामर्थ्य के बावजूद, वह पराजित हो सकता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Drona Parva during a significant moment of the Kurukshetra war, where strategic assessments of warriors are critical to the narrative.

Meaning

The shloka illustrates the duality of strength and vulnerability in warriors, highlighting that even the mighty can face downfall.

Application

This shloka can inspire individuals to recognize their own vulnerabilities and approach challenges with humility and pragmatism.