Mahabharata Vana Parva – न च तावज जिता गावॊ न च सीमान्तरं गताः
Shloka (श्लोक)
[अष्वत्थ]न च तावज जिता गावॊ न च सीमान्तरं गताः
न हास्तिनपुरं पराप्तास तवं च कर्ण विकत्थसे
⚡ Quick Meaning
Neither the defeated cows nor those that have gone beyond the limits have reached Hastinapura, yet you speak with pride, O Karna.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka calls out the false bravado and pride of Karna, highlighting that despite his grand claims, he has not accomplished any true successes in battle.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक कर्ण की झूठी वीरता और गर्व को उजागर करता है, यह बताते हुए कि उसकी बड़ी-बड़ी बातों के बावजूद, उसने युद्ध में कोई सच्ची उपलब्धियाँ नहीं की हैं।
Commentary
Context
This occurs during the build-up to the war where warriors are emotionally charged, critiquing their rivals.
Meaning
It serves as a reminder that actions speak louder than words and that accomplishments define true valor.
Application
This teaches us to measure success in terms of deeds rather than mere speech, encouraging genuine efforts to showcase true strength.
