Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स तु तं सहसा पराप्तं नित्यम अत्यन्तवैरिणम

Shloka (श्लोक)

स तु तं सहसा पराप्तं नित्यम अत्यन्तवैरिणम
कर्णॊ वैकर्तनः सूत किम उत्तरम अपद्यत

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects Karna’s inner struggle as he confronts his greatest enemy.

Translations

English Translation

Karna, the son of Vikartana, faced his perennial enemy, questioning what path he should take upon encountering him suddenly. This moment captures the emotional turmoil experienced during intense confrontations.

हिंदी अनुवाद

कर्ण, जो वैकर्तन का पुत्र है, अपने सदाबहार दुश्मन का सामना करता है और यह सोचता है कि उसे अचानक सामना करने पर कौन सा रास्ता अपनाना चाहिए। यह क्षण तीव्र टकराव के दौरान अनुभव होने वाली भावनात्मक उथल-पुथल को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse emphasizes the psychological warfare intrinsic to the battles depicted in the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It reveals Karna’s complexity as a character torn between duty and personal emotions.

Application

This teaches us to confront our fears and challenges with clarity and poise.