Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – शशिप्रकाशाननम अर्जुनॊ यदा; क्षुरेण कर्णस्य शिरॊ नयपातयत

Shloka (श्लोक)

शशिप्रकाशाननम अर्जुनॊ यदा; क्षुरेण कर्णस्य शिरॊ नयपातयत
अथान्तरिक्षे दिवि चेह चासकृद; बभूव हाहेति जनस्य निस्वनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

When Arjuna severed Karna’s head, the heavens filled with cries of astonishment.

Translations

English Translation

As Arjuna cut off Karna’s head with his sharp arrow, the celestial realms echoed with the awe of the moment, marking a pivotal point in their conflict. The people on earth cried out in disbelief, expressing the shock of witnessing such a pivotal event.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जब अर्जुन ने कर्ण के सिर को अपने तेज बाण से काट दिया, तब स्वर्ग में लोग उस क्षण की प्रशंसा में चिल्लाने लगे। इस महत्वपूर्ण संघर्ष का साक्षी बनकर लोगों में disbelief का भाव फैल गया।

Commentary

Context

This moment not only signifies the skill of Arjuna but also reflects the immense importance of Karna in the overall narrative of the Mahabharata.

Meaning

The reaction of the heavens and the people demonstrates the interconnectedness of human actions and the divine, as great battles resonate through realms beyond our own.

Application

Every action we take can resonate far and wide; we should be mindful of our choices and their potential impact beyond our immediate surroundings.