Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यत तन मया बाणसमर्पितेन; धयातॊ ऽसि कर्णस्य वधाय वीर

Shloka (श्लोक)

यत तन मया बाणसमर्पितेन; धयातॊ ऽसि कर्णस्य वधाय वीर
तन मे तवया कच चिद अमॊघम अद्य; धयातं कृतं कर्ण निपातनेन

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka contemplates the effectiveness of vows and intentions in achieving victory over an adversary.

Translations

English Translation

As I strike with my arrows intended to seek victory over Karna, is there any chance that today I will achieve a significant outcome? Have my thoughts and actions in targeting Karna been fruitful?

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब मैं अपने बाणों से कर्ण पर विजय प्राप्त करने के लिए प्रहार करता हूं, क्या आज मेरे प्रयासों का कोई परिणाम होगा? क्या कर्ण को निशाना बनाने में मेरे विचार और क्रियाएं सफल रही हैं?

Commentary

Context

This excerpt reflects the internal struggle of a warrior choosing between intent and outcome in the battlefield.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of directed thoughts and efforts in determining the result of one’s actions.

Application

This encourages us to reflect on the power of intention and action in achieving our goals in challenging circumstances.