Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अथाब्रवीत सूतपुत्रः शल्यम आभाष्य सस्मितम

Shloka (श्लोक)

अथाब्रवीत सूतपुत्रः शल्यम आभाष्य सस्मितम
यदि पार्थॊ रणे हन्याद अद्य माम इह कर्हि चित
किम उत्तरं तदा ते सयात सखे सत्यं बरवीहि मे

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka conveys Karna’s question to Shalya about what would happen if Arjuna defeats him in battle.

Translations

English Translation

Karna expresses his concerns to Shalya with a smile, asking him to reveal what would happen if Arjuna were to kill him in the battlefield today. In a moment of vulnerability, he requests Shalya to speak the truth as a friend.

हिंदी अनुवाद

कर्ण शल्य से मुस्कुराते हुए अपनी चिंताओं को व्यक्त करते हैं, और उनसे पूछते हैं कि यदि अर्जुन आज उन्हें युद्धभूमि में मार डालें, तो उस स्थिति में क्या होगा। एक मित्र के रूप में सत्य बताने की प्रार्थना करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is set during the Kurukshetra war, highlighting the bravado and fears of Karna before facing Arjuna, his greatest rival.

Meaning

The dialogue reflects the deep camaraderie and the philosophical view of battle among warriors, questioning fate and destiny.

Application

This shloka emphasizes the importance of friendship and honesty in dire situations, teaching that one should always communicate openly with trusted allies.