Mahabharata Karna Parva – स चॊच्छिष्ट भृतः काकॊ वैश्य पुत्रैः कुमारकैः

Shloka (श्लोक)

स चॊच्छिष्ट भृतः काकॊ वैश्य पुत्रैः कुमारकैः
सदृशान पक्षिणॊ दृप्तः शरेयसश चावमन्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

A crow becomes proud, fed by the sons of Vaishyas and disdains other birds.

Translations

English Translation

This verse describes how the crow, nourished by the offerings of Vaishya’s sons, develops a sense of superiority and contempt for other birds. It signifies how fortune can lead to arrogance.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि कैसे काक, वैश्य के बेटों द्वारा पोषित होकर, अभिमानी हो जाता है और अन्य पक्षियों की अनदेखी करता है। यह इस बात का संकेत है कि भाग्य कैसे घमंड पैदा कर सकता है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Karna Parva, this verse addresses themes of pride and the consequences of social elevation among creatures.

Meaning

It reflects the idea that external support can lead to arrogance, cautioning against losing humility in the face of success.

Application

This shloka encourages us to remain humble regardless of our circumstances and not to look down upon others due to perceived superiority.