Mahabharata Karna Parva – नृपाश च परतियुध्यन्तः पराक्रान्ता विशां पते

Shloka (श्लोक)

नृपाश च परतियुध्यन्तः पराक्रान्ता विशां पते
कृत्वा न सुकरं कर्म गता वैवस्वतक्षयम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This verse speaks to the struggles and fates of kings in battle.

Translations

English Translation

Engaged in battle, the kings, overwhelmed, faced the great power of Yama, indicating that the actions taken in warfare ultimately lead to the inevitable destiny of death.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युद्ध में लगे हुए राजाओं ने, जो अत्यधिक पराजित हुए, यम के महान बल का सामना किया, यह दर्शाता है कि युद्ध में लिए गए निर्णय अंततः मृत्यु तक ले जाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

Set within the Karna Parva, this verse reflects the dire circumstances faced by kings during the epic battle.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka emphasizes the harsh realities of war, where valor can lead to mortality.

Application

It encourages introspection about one’s actions and the consequences they bear, reminding us of the weight of decision-making.