Mahabharata Karna Parva – किम आश्चर्यं कृतप्रज्ञः पुरुषॊ ऽपि सुदारुणः

Shloka (श्लोक)

किम आश्चर्यं कृतप्रज्ञः पुरुषॊ ऽपि सुदारुणः
सुमहत पराप्नुयात पुण्यं बलाकॊ ऽनधवधाद इव

⚡ Quick Meaning

It is astonishing how even a wise person can overlook harsh realities and still gain merit.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka questions the paradox of wise individuals, who despite their knowledge, might fail to acknowledge difficult truths, yet can attain great merit. It highlights the complexities of wisdom and moral attainment.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बुद्धिमान व्यक्तियों के पारadox को प्रकट करता है, जो अपनी ज्ञान के बावजूद कठिन सच्चाइयों को अनदेखा कर सकते हैं, फिर भी बड़ा पुण्य कमा सकते हैं। यह ज्ञान और नैतिकता की गहराई को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Karna Parva reflects on the intricacies of human wisdom and the unexpected outcomes associated with moral behavior.

Meaning

It suggests that even sage individuals might encounter challenges in facing harsh truths but can still receive rewards for their actions.

Application

This principle encourages individuals to reflect on their ethical decisions, recognizing that merit can arise from acknowledging complex realities.