Mahabharata Karna Parva – पराजितं तु राधेयं दृष्ट्वा भीमेन संयुगे

Shloka (श्लोक)

पराजितं तु राधेयं दृष्ट्वा भीमेन संयुगे
ततः परं किम अकरॊत पुत्रॊ दुर्यॊधनॊ मम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka reflects Duryodhana’s reaction upon witnessing his brother Karna defeated in battle by Bhima.

Translations

English Translation

Duryodhana is dismayed upon seeing his brother Karna defeated by Bhima in combat. This moment reflects the emotional turmoil and the weight of despair in Duryodhana as he contemplates the consequences of this loss during the battle.

हिंदी अनुवाद

दुर्योधन अपने भाई कर्ण को भीमा द्वारा युद्ध में पराजित होते हुए देखकर अति व्यथित होते हैं। यह क्षण दुर्योधन की भावनात्मक विवशता और इस हार के परिणामों पर विचार करने के साथ उसकी निराशा को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is pivotal in the Karna Parva, capturing the critical emotional state of Duryodhana amidst the catastrophic losses of his allies during the war.

Meaning

This highlights the bond between brothers in conflict as well as the emotional stakes involved in warfare, emphasizing that neither victory nor defeat is met with indifference.

Application

The shloka teaches us about the emotional burden of competition and the significance of familial bonds, encouraging us to maintain compassion even during conflicts.