Mahabharata Karna Parva – केच चिद अभ्याहता नागा नागैर नगनिभा भुवि

Shloka (श्लोक)

केच चिद अभ्याहता नागा नागैर नगनिभा भुवि
निपेतुः समरे तस्मिन पक्षवन्त इवाद्रयः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Some warriors fall like mountains in a storm, succumbing to overwhelming forces.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka portrays the fall of strong warriors as they are overwhelmed in battle, likening their defeat to mountains succumbing during a tempest. It underscores the challenges faced by even the mightiest in the throes of conflict.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक योद्धाओं के गिरने का चित्रण करता है, जब वे युद्ध में अधिकतम बल से दब जाते हैं, उनके पराजय को तूफान में गिरते पर्वतों के समान दर्शाता है। यह युद्ध की संक्रांति में सबसे शक्तिशाली भी चुनौती का सामना करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse, found in Karna Parva, emphasizes the theme of inevitable downfall regardless of strength and valor in battle.

Meaning

The imagery serves as a powerful reminder of the transient nature of power and the consequences of facing overwhelming odds.

Application

This shloka teaches resilience by preparing us to face challenges head-on, accepting that setbacks may come even to the strongest of us.