Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – ये वै षण्ढतिलास तत्र भवितारॊ ऽदय ते तिलाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

ये वै षण्ढतिलास तत्र भवितारॊ ऽदय ते तिलाः
हते वैकर्तने कर्णे सूतपुत्रे दुरात्मनि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka proclaims the fate of the Kauravas, emphasizing the impact of Karna’s impending defeat.

Translations

English Translation

Today, those who are like the seeds of til (sesame) will also perish, just as Karna, the son of a charioteer and a wicked person, is about to be killed in battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

आज, जो भी तिल के बीज जैसे हैं, वे भी नाश होने वाले हैं, ठीक वैसे ही जैसे कर्ण, सूत पुत्र और दुरात्मा, युद्ध में मारे जाने वाले हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects the pre-battle sentiments regarding Karna’s role and fate in the Kurukshetra war.

Meaning

The metaphor of ’til’ signifies something small yet significant, capturing the essence of Karna’s inevitability in battle.

Application

This shloka teaches that even those of great stature can fall; one’s virtuous and righteous acts are crucial for success.