Mahabharata Karna Parva – नाहं पादौ धावयिष्ये कदा चिद;

Shloka (श्लोक)
नाहं पादौ धावयिष्ये कदा चिद;
यावत सथितः पार्थ इत्य अल्पबुद्धिः
वरतं तस्यैतत सर्वदा शक्रसूनॊ;
कच चित तवया निहतः सॊ ऽदय कर्णः
⚡ Quick Meaning
The shloka questions the equality in battle, hinting at the limitations of one’s abilities compared to another.
Translations
English Translation
This verse illustrates a warrior’s perception of his own capabilities, suggesting that while he may not compete with a great hero, he still yearns to overcome through cunning or support, indicating the complexity of competition.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक एक योद्धा की अपनी क्षमताओं की धारणा को चित्रित करता है, यह सुझाव देते हुए कि जबकि वह एक महान नायक के साथ प्रतिस्पर्धा नहीं कर सकता, फिर भी वह चतुराई या समर्थन के माध्यम से विजय प्राप्त करने की इच्छा रखता है, प्रतिस्पर्धा की जटिलता को इंगित करता है।
Commentary
Context
Rooted in the Karna Parva, this shloka explores themes of self-awareness and acknowledgment of one’s limitations in battle paradigms.
Meaning
It implies that humility allows for growth, and recognizing one’s limitations can serve as a catalyst for strategy and resilience.
Application
This shloka inspires individuals to embrace their strengths while also acknowledging areas for growth and support that can lead to success.
