Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यदा शरॊष्यसि निर्घॊषं विस्फूर्जितम इवाशनेः

Shloka (श्लोक)

यदा शरॊष्यसि निर्घॊषं विस्फूर्जितम इवाशनेः
राधेय गाण्डिवस्याजौ तदा नैवं वदिष्यसि

⚡ Quick Meaning

When you take up your bow and it sounds like a thunderous roar, O Radhya, you shall not utter such words again.

Translations

English Translation

In this shloka, Karna confronts the Madra king, indicating that once he lifts his bow and unleashes its sound, he will no longer speak the words of doubt or hesitation. This suggests the gravity of the battle he is about to engage in, emphasizing the determination that comes with wielding a weapon.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक में कर्ण मद्रराज का सामना करते हुए कहते हैं कि जब वह अपने धनुष को उठाएंगे और उसकी आवाज गूंजेगी, तब वह संदेह या हिचकिचाहट की बातें नहीं करेंगे। यह उस युद्ध के महत्व को बताता है जिसमें वह भाग लेने जा रहे हैं, और शस्त्र उठाने की दृढ़ता पर प्रकाश डालता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the context of the great Kurukshetra war, where characters express their resolve and motivation to fight. It highlights the intensity and spirit of battle.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka lies in the transformation that wielding a weapon brings about in a warrior’s psyche, marking the transition from contemplation to action.

Application

In life, this shloka reminds us of the importance of commitment. Once we decide to take action, it is essential to let go of doubts and fully invest ourselves in our endeavors.