Shloka (श्लोक)
तं चेन मृत्युः सर्वहरॊ ऽभिरक्षते;
सदा परमत्तः समरे पाण्डुपुत्रम
तं वा हनिष्यामि समेत्य युद्धे;
यास्यामि वा भीष्म मुखॊ यमाय
⚡ Quick Meaning
Karna contemplates the guarantees of victory and fate in battle against Pandu’s sons.
Translations
English Translation
If death, a universal conqueror, protects the Pandavas, I will seek out Bhishma’s grace in battle against them, vowing to defeat them or face my destiny bravely.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यदि मृत्यु, जो सभी की धुरी है, पांडवों की रक्षा करता है, तो मैं भीष्म की कृपा को खोजने का संकल्प करता हूँ ताकि या तो उन्हें हरा सकूं या वीरता के साथ अपने भाग्य का सामना कर सकूं।
Commentary
Context
This verse explores the theme of mortality and fate during crucial moments of the Kurukshetra war.
Meaning
Karna acknowledges that fate plays a significant role in battle outcomes, asserting his will regardless.
Application
This shloka teaches us to embrace fate while owning our actions in confrontational situations.
