Mahabharata Drona Parva – दैवम एव परं मन्ये यत कर्णॊ हस्तसंस्थया

Shloka (श्लोक)

दैवम एव परं मन्ये यत कर्णॊ हस्तसंस्थया
न जघान रणे पार्थं कृषणं वा देवकी सुतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

I believe that divine will is supreme, as Karna did not strike Arjuna or Krishna, the son of Devaki, when he had the chance.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka expresses the belief that divine will reigns supreme and suggests that even in critical combat situations, Karna refrained from attacking his foes, Arjuna and Krishna. It signifies a profound recognition of fate’s role in battles and highlights Karna’s ethical considerations.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दिखाता है कि दिव्य इच्छा सर्वोपरि है और यह संकेत करता है कि कर्ण ने अपने दुश्मनों, अर्जुन और कृष्‍ण को हमले से रोका, यह दिखाते हुए कि युद्ध में भाग्य की भूमिका होती है।

Commentary

Context

Set within the intense struggles of the Drona Parva, this shloka highlights themes of morality amidst warfare and divine will during crucial confrontations.

Meaning

Karna’s inaction challenges normative ideas of valor in warfare, portraying a complex interplay of morality, duty, and cosmic law that governs life.

Application

This teaches us that ethical principles should guide our actions, even in competitive environments, showing awareness of higher moral obligations.