Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अद्य कर्णे हते कृष्ण धार्तराष्ट्राः सराजकाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

अद्य कर्णे हते कृष्ण धार्तराष्ट्राः सराजकाः
विद्रवन्तु दिशॊ भीताः सिंहत्रस्ता मृगा इव

⚡ Quick Meaning

The death of Karna will instigate fear among the Kauravas and their allies, akin to fearful animals.

Translations

English Translation

With Karna’s demise today, let the sons of Dhritarashtra and the kings of the earth flee in terror like deer frightened by a lion.

हिंदी अनुवाद

आज कर्ण की मृत्यु के साथ, धृतराष्ट्र के पुत्र और पृथ्वी के राजा बाघ के डर से जैसे मृग भागते हैं, वैसा ही भागें।

Commentary

Context

This speaks to the shift in momentum in battle, indicating that Karna’s absence will lead to chaos among his side.

Meaning

It suggests the idea that a powerful leader’s fall can lead to widespread panic and disarray within opponents’ ranks.

Application

This serves as an analogy for leadership; one must remain vigilant, as the loss of strong guidance can lead to downfall.