Mahabharata Karna Parva – बृहन्तस तु महेष्वासः कृतास्त्रॊ युद्धदुर्मदः

Shloka (श्लोक)

बृहन्तस तु महेष्वासः कृतास्त्रॊ युद्धदुर्मदः
दुःशासनेन विक्रम्य गमितॊ यमसादनम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse depicts a great archer succumbing in battle.

Translations

English Translation

This verse conveys the tale of a mighty archer who, despite his exceptional skills in warfare, faced defeat due to Dushasana’s fierce onslaught, highlighting the unpredictable nature of battle and fate.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक महान धनुर्धर की कथा को व्यक्त करता है, जो युद्ध में अपनी असाधारण क्षमताओं के बावजूद, दुःशासन के प्रचंड हमले के कारण हार गया। यह युद्ध और किस्मत की अप्रत्याशित प्रकृति को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

Situated in the Karna Parva, this shloka captures the pivotal moments of conflict where great warriors come face-to-face with their destinies.

Meaning

The shloka highlights the duality of valor and vulnerability in the context of warfare, revealing that even skilled fighters can fall.

Application

This serves as a reminder that strength alone does not determine outcomes in life; often, external circumstances play a significant role.