Mahabharata Karna Parva – अथ हंसॊ ऽभयतिक्रम्य मुहूर्तम इति चेति च

Shloka (श्लोक)

अथ हंसॊ ऽभयतिक्रम्य मुहूर्तम इति चेति च
अवेक्षमाणस तं काकं नाशक्नॊद वयपसर्पितुम
अतिक्रम्य च चक्राङ्गः काकं तं समुदैक्षत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Then the swan, seeing the crow, could not evade it and was unable to move away.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka recounts a moment where the swan fails to escape from a crow, highlighting challenges even for those who are usually agile and wise. It emphasizes that sometimes, circumstances overwhelm even the most capable among us.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस क्षण को बताता है जब हंस काक से बच नहीं सका और हिलने में असमर्थ रहा। यह दिखाता है कि परिस्थितियाँ कभी-कभी सबसे सक्षम व्यक्तियों को भी अभिभूत कर देती हैं।

Commentary

Context

In the Karna Parva, this shloka illustrates the unforeseen encounters that challenge one’s grace and agility.

Meaning

It conveys the idea that agility and wisdom don’t always guarantee protection; external factors can lead to moments of vulnerability.

Application

This urges us to build resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges in life.