Mahabharata Karna Parva – विष्णुं च विष्णुकर्माणं देवापिं भद्रम एव च

Shloka (श्लोक)

विष्णुं च विष्णुकर्माणं देवापिं भद्रम एव च
दण्डं च समरे राजंश चित्रं चित्रायुधं हरिम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka refers to divine powers and the auspiciousness in battle.

Translations

English Translation

The verse speaks of Lord Vishnu and his divine activities, also acknowledging the auspicious nature of a king in battle. It metaphorically connects Vishnu’s divine play with the dynamic nature of warfare.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक भगवान विष्णु और उनके दिव्य कार्यों की बात करता है, और युद्ध में एक राजा की शुभ प्रकृति को स्वीकार करता है। यह विष्णु की दिव्य कृतियों को युद्ध की गतिशीलता के साथ जोड़ता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is situated in the Karna Parva, emphasizing the sacredness associated with martial endeavors.

Meaning

The focus is on the divine aspect of warfare, suggesting that battles are not mere physical contests but also divinely ordained.

Application

This verse encourages one to view struggles in life as opportunities to manifest divine qualities and act with righteousness.