Mahabharata Drona Parva – मृदङ्गकेतॊस तस्य तवं तेजसा निहतः पुरा

Shloka (श्लोक)

मृदङ्गकेतॊस तस्य तवं तेजसा निहतः पुरा
स कर्ण सौबलः संख्ये विनाशं समुपेष्यसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka addresses the powerful Kaurava Karna, indicating his past defeats.

Translations

English Translation

You, indeed, were previously killed by the might of the Mritanga, that Karna the son of the Kuntis, shall soon face destruction in battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

तुम वास्तव में पहले मृदंग के तेज से मारे गए थे, कर्ण जो कुन्ती का पुत्र है, जल्द ही युद्ध में विनाश का सामना करेगा।

Commentary

Context

This verse is a reminder of the past astronomical events during the Drona Parva that predicted a critical turning point in the war.

Meaning

The shloka highlights the inevitability of fate and that past challenges often foreshadow future encounters.

Application

This serves as a reminder to reflect upon our past experiences when confronting new challenges, emphasizing learning and growth.