Mahabharata Shanti Parva – बाहुकण्टक युद्धेन तस्य कर्णॊ ऽथ युध्यतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

बाहुकण्टक युद्धेन तस्य कर्णॊ ऽथ युध्यतः
बिभेद संधिं देहस्य जरया शलेषितस्य ह

⚡ Quick Meaning

Karna, in the fierce battle of arms, pierced the body’s unions decayed by age.

Translations

English Translation

In a desperate moment of battle, Karna’s relentless attacks shattered the bonds of the body, illustrating the inevitable decay brought forth by age. This shloka emphasizes the strength and valor of Karna amidst the fierce fighting he engages in.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युद्ध के एक तीखे क्षण में, कर्ण के निरंतर हमलों ने शरीर के बंधनों को तोड़ दिया, जो उम्र के कारण खराब हो गए थे। यह श्लोक कर्ण की शक्ति और साहस को दर्शाता है जब वह भयंकर लड़ाई में संलग्न है।

Commentary

Context

This verse appears in the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, illustrating the brutal nature of warfare and the effects of aging on the human body.

Meaning

The shloka represents the struggles of warriors like Karna, who, despite the toll that age takes, continue to fight valiantly in battle.

Application

It serves as a reminder that even in the face of decline, one’s spirit and determination in pursuing their duty can shine brightly.