Mahabharata Karna Parva – जलं दृष्ट्वा परधावन्ति करॊशमानाः परस्परम

Shloka (श्लोक)

जलं दृष्ट्वा परधावन्ति करॊशमानाः परस्परम
जलं पीत्वा मृतान पश्य पिबतॊ ऽनयांश च भारत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka narrates the frantic rush of warriors seeking water while also addressing the tragic sight of the fallen.

Translations

English Translation

Seeing water, they rush with desperation towards it, shouting in excitement while also witnessing the dead, as they quench their thirst.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जल देख कर, वे उत्साह में चिल्लाते हुए इसकी ओर दौड़ते हैं, और साथ ही मृतकों के दृश्य को देखते हैं, जैसे वे अपनी प्यास बुझाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

In the Karna Parva, the juxtaposition of life and death is poignantly depicted through the pursuit of water.

Meaning

This highlights the juxtaposition of urgent needs amidst loss, portraying the duality of human experience.

Application

It reminds us of the interruptions of basic awareness in the face of urgency and necessity, especially in crises.