Mahabharata Karna Parva – गच्छाम्य अहं वनम एवाद्य पापः;

Shloka (श्लोक)
गच्छाम्य अहं वनम एवाद्य पापः;
सुखं भवान वर्ततां मद्विहीनः
यॊग्यॊ राजा भीमसेनॊ महात्मा;
कलीबस्य वा मम किं राज्यकृत्यम
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka reflects the speaker’s intention to withdraw to the forest, indicating feelings of guilt and questioning the worth of kingship.
Translations
English Translation
In this verse, the speaker expresses their desire to leave for the forest today, feeling sinful and desiring peace, while questioning the significance of ruling as a king in comparison to a righteous warrior like Bhimasena.
हिंदी अनुवाद
इस श्लोक में, वक्ता अपने वन में जाने की इच्छा व्यक्त करता है, पाप महसूस करते हुए और सुख की इच्छा करते हुए, जबकि भीमसेन जैसे न्यायसंगत योद्धा के मुकाबले राजकुमार होने के महत्व पर सवाल उठाते हैं।
Commentary
Context
This shloka appears in the Karna Parva of the Mahabharata, highlighting a moment of introspection during intense conflict.
Meaning
The speaker grapples with the weight of their responsibilities and the morality of leadership, reflecting a deep sense of personal conflict.
Application
This shloka encourages self-reflection on our roles and actions, prompting us to consider what true fulfillment and righteousness mean in our pursuits.
