Mahabharata Karna Parva – अहं तु निहतामात्यॊ हतपुत्रश च संजय

Shloka (श्लोक)
अहं तु निहतामात्यॊ हतपुत्रश च संजय
दयूततः कृच्छ्रम आपन्नॊ लूनपक्ष इव दविजः
⚡ Quick Meaning
Myself, O Sanjay, as a defeated one, like a bird with a broken wing, have fallen into this miserable state due to gambling.
Translations
English Translation
This verse encapsulates the plight of a defeated warrior who compares himself to a bird deprived of its wings, expressing his despair at having succumbed to the dire consequences of gambling.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक एक पराजित योद्धा की दयनीय अवस्था को दर्शाता है, जो अपने आपको एक पक्षी के समान मानता है, जिसे उसके पंखों से वंचित कर दिया गया है और जुए के गंभीर परिणामों के कारण उसकी स्थिति दयनीय है।
Commentary
Context
This verse is a reflection of the despair experienced by warriors in the Karna Parva, highlighting the emotional aftermath of defeat.
Meaning
The imagery of a broken-winged bird signifies vulnerability, illustrating how the character feels trampled and hopeless in the face of overwhelming odds.
Application
This shloka serves as a reminder of the consequences of one’s actions, particularly in situations of conflict or competition where the stakes are grave.
