Mahabharata Vana Parva – यस ते शरः सर्पमुखॊ विभाति; सदाग्र्य माल्यैर महितः परयत्नात

Shloka (श्लोक)

यस ते शरः सर्पमुखॊ विभाति; सदाग्र्य माल्यैर महितः परयत्नात
स पाण्डुपुत्राभिहतः शरौघैः; सह तवया यास्यति कर्ण नाशम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the inevitable defeat of Karna, emphasizing the role of destiny in battle.

Translations

English Translation

The arrows that strike with venomous precision represent the fate that awaits Karna. The acknowledgment of how even the greatest warriors fall victim to destiny is a lesson in humility and acceptance of one’s limitations in the grand scheme of life.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो तीर करुणा और निर्दयता के साथ प्रहार करते हैं, वे कर्ण की अनिवार्य हार की प्रतीक हैं। यह बात यह दर्शाती है कि कैसे श्रेष्ठतम योद्धा भी अंततः भाग्य के शिकार बनते हैं, और यह जीवन की व्यापक योजना में अपने सीमाओं को स्वीकारने का एक पाठ है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka addresses Karna just before he faces a critical point in battle. It foreshadows the inevitability of his defeat.

Meaning

The verse reinforces the idea that no matter how powerful one appears, destiny has its own plans, illustrating the concept of dharma in battle.

Application

We can learn from this shloka to remain humble and understanding that despite our skills and talents, greater forces are at play that may have different outcomes for us.