Shloka (श्लोक)
तम अद्य यदि वै वीर न हनिष्यसि सूतजम
पराणान एव परित्यक्ष्ये जीवितार्थॊ हि कॊ मम
⚡ Quick Meaning
If you do not kill the son of a charioteer today, who will give value to my life?
Translations
English Translation
This shloka reflects the urgency and desperation of the speaker, warning the warrior about the significance of their actions. If the speaker is not killed, the implications stretch beyond mere survival; it questions the very essence of life and honor on the battlefield.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक बोलने वाले की तत्क्षणता और हताशा को दर्शाता है। यदि आज चेरियोट के बेटे को नहीं मारा गया, तो यह जानने की आवश्यकता है कि उनके जीवन की क्या महत्व है। उनकी बातों में युद्धक्षेत्र के सम्मान की गूंज भी है।
Commentary
Context
Within the Karna Parva, this verse presents the intense stakes involved in battle, emphasizing valor and life-or-death decisions.
Meaning
The urgency in the speaker’s tone showcases the intertwined nature of pride, valor, and mortality on the battlefield.
Application
This teaches us that in critical situations, the choices we make define not only our existence but also our legacy.
