Mahabharata Karna Parva – पूजितॊ धृतराष्ट्रेण सपुत्रेण विशां पते

Shloka (श्लोक)

पूजितॊ धृतराष्ट्रेण सपुत्रेण विशां पते
सदा तवदर्थं राधेयः स कथं निहतस तवया

⚡ Quick Meaning

Karna laments his defeat and questions the circumstances under which he was killed.

Translations

English Translation

Karna expresses his sorrow regarding his death at the hands of Dhritarashtra’s sons, emphasizing the respect he received from the king and lamenting that he served the cause of the Kauravas all his life. He questions how he could be slain despite his loyalty.

हिंदी अनुवाद

कर्ण अपने पतन पर दुख व्यक्त करता है और पूछता है कि किस कारणवश उसे धृतराष्ट्र के पुत्रों द्वारा मारा गया। वह राजा से मिले सम्मान के बारे में बात करते हुए यह चिंता व्यक्त करता है कि उसने कौरवों की सेवा की, फिर भी उसकी मृत्यु हो गई।

Commentary

Context

This shloka occurs during the Karna Parva, where Karna reflects on his martial skills and loyalty, questioning the fairness of his fate in battle.

Meaning

Karna’s lamentation signifies the emotional turmoil faced by warriors in epic battles, showcasing the conflict between duty and personal loss.

Application

This shloka encourages reflection on the sacrifices made in the pursuit of loyalty and duty, inspiring readers to consider their own commitments and the outcomes they may face.