Mahabharata Karna Parva – पुत्राणां तस्य बालानां कुमाराणां यशस्विनाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

पुत्राणां तस्य बालानां कुमाराणां यशस्विनाम
काकॊ बहूनाम अभवद उच्चिष्ट कृतभॊजनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Among the successful youth and children, a crow became prominent by eating leftovers.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights how children and young individuals, especially those who are successful, often receive the leftover offerings from the community. The crow, in this context, symbolizes someone benefiting from what is discarded but still able to thrive.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक दर्शाता है कि सफल बच्चे और युवा अक्सर समुदाय से बचे हुए भोग का सेवन करते हैं। इस संदर्भ में, काक का प्रतीक किसी ऐसे व्यक्ति के रूप में है जो फेंके गए पदार्थों से लाभान्वित होकर फलति-फूलति है।

Commentary

Context

This verse occurs in the Karna Parva, where discussions about youth and their paths to success are prevalent. It serves as a metaphor for resourcefulness.

Meaning

The meaning reflects on how even those who seem to start from nothing can rise using the wisdom of others, indicated by the crow’s actions.

Application

This shloka teaches us to make the best of available resources, no matter how insignificant they may appear. It encourages cleverness and adaptation.