Shloka 53
Adhyāya 55: Pārtha–Rādheya Saṃvāda and Tactical Exchange
Chapter 55
एतस्य रथमास्थाय राधेयस्य दुरात्मन: । यत्तों भवेथा: संग्रामे स्पर्थते हि सदा मया,इस दुरात्मा राधापुत्रके रथके निकट जाकर सावधान हो जाना। यह सदा युद्धमें मेरे साथ स्पर्धा रखता है
etasyā ratham āsthāya rādheyasya durātmanaḥ | yatto bhavethāḥ saṅgrāme spardhate hi sadā mayā ||
Arjuna said: “Mounting this chariot, be on your guard in battle when you draw near the chariot of Radheya (Karna), that wicked-minded man; for he is ever eager to contend with me in war.”
अजुन उवाच
Educational Q&A
Even amid rightful warfare, one must remain vigilant and discerning about an opponent’s intent; rivalry and pride can drive conflict, so preparedness and clear judgment are essential to uphold kshatriya duty without carelessness.
Arjuna instructs his charioteer to approach Karna’s chariot cautiously and stay alert, noting that Karna constantly seeks a direct contest with him on the battlefield.