Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तस्य हस्तिस्थिता शक्तिः कालरात्रिर इवॊद्यता

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्य हस्तिस्थिता शक्तिः कालरात्रिर इवॊद्यता
दैवॊपहतबुद्धित्वान न तां कर्णॊ विमुक्तवान

⚡ Quick Meaning

His strength, like a force under the influence of night, was diminished by divine intervention; thus, Karna could not release it.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka refers to Karna’s inability to harness his full potential as the divine influence acted upon him, much like a power rendered ineffective under the cover of night. It portrays the struggles between innate abilities and external cosmic forces influencing outcomes.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कर्ण की असमर्थता को दर्शाता है कि दिव्य Influences ने उन पर प्रभाव डाला है, जैसे रात के अंधकार में शक्ति का प्रभाव नष्ट हो जाता है। यह अंतर्निहित क्षमताओं और बाहरी शक्तियों के बीच संघर्ष को दिखाता है।

Commentary

Context

This line presents a moment of deep reflection within the chaos of the battlefield, highlighting how Karna’s might was compromised by unforeseen circumstances.

Meaning

The imagery suggests that even the strongest can falter when faced with overwhelming cosmic forces that manipulate situations beyond personal control.

Application

We learn that external pressures can affect our abilities, encouraging resilience and adaptability in the face of challenges beyond our control.