Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स्वप्स्ये वा निह्यतस ताभ्याम असत्यॊ हि रणे जयः

Shloka (श्लोक)

स्वप्स्ये वा निह्यतस ताभ्याम असत्यॊ हि रणे जयः
कृतार्थॊ वा भविष्यामि हत्वा ताव अथ वा हतः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Karna contemplates the outcome of battle, considering honor over victory through deceit.

Translations

English Translation

Karna reflects on the nature of victory in battle, asserting that winning through deceit is futile as he will achieve a meaningful result without such dishonor.

हिंदी अनुवाद

कर्ण युद्ध में विजय की प्रकृति पर विचार करते हैं, यह जाहिर करते हुए कि धोखे से जीतना व्यर्थ है और वह बिना किसी बेइमानी के महत्वपूर्ण परिणाम हासिल करेंगे।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reveals Karna’s inner thoughts as he wrestles with the concepts of honor and morality in combat during the Kurukshetra war.

Meaning

Karna emphasizes the virtue of true victory that is achieved through valor and righteousness rather than deception or trickery.

Application

Lessons glean from this shloka advocate for maintaining moral values and integrity in the pursuit of success.