Who is Karna in the Mahabharata? Many of us already know who Karna is in the Mahabharata. But there are some unknown facts about Surya Putra Karna. Well, we will discuss all of those in this article.
While talking about the Mahabharat, we fondly remember lord Krishna, arjuna, and Yudhistir. And then there are the Kauravas, who fought for the kingdom. The character we talk less about is Karna – the ill-fated character. The low-born king and the man who was accidentally cursed many times. But the part of Karna in Mahabharat is important all the same. Here are a few unknown facts about the ‘Suryaputra’ giving was nothing less than a hero.
Who was Karna in the Mahabharat?
Karna was the son of Lord Surya and Kunti. Kunti abandoned Karna just after his birth, as she was an illegitimate child, and due to fear of society, his mother left him. She and her servant put him in a box and set him in a floating river. Adhiratha, a charioteer of King Dhritarashtra, discovered the box. He adopted him as their child.
Karna has been intelligent and interested in archery since childhood. He learned the art of archery from Parshuram. To learn the skills he lied to Parshuram that he is a Brahmin, but he was a Shudra putra. After discovering the truth, Parshuram cursed him that when he was really in need of the knowledge, he would not help him.
Karna was a Pandava, but due to society, Kuntii did not accept him when he came back again into her life; she accepted him.
Unknown Facts About Karna
In the hindu epic Mahabharat, Karna is called Suryaputra Karna, a powerful warrior, son of the Sun god and Kunti. He is a key antagonist who fights for the Kauravas against Pandavas. Ultimately he died in battle with Arjuna.
Today, we are going to learn the unknown facts from a legendary warrior of the Mahabharat. He has gone through a lot in his life, but he never gets anything easily. He never gave up in his entire life, even on his last day when his chariot got stuck.
Let’s read the important unknown facts of Surya Putra Karna.
1. Karna was more intelligent than Yudhisthir
Once, Arjuna questioned lord Krishna why he referred to Yudhister, Dharmaraj, and Karna, Danveer. On this question, Krishna covered himself and Arjuna as Brahmins and thought to visit both kings. After visiting Yudhistir, they seek sandalwood to cook food. It was raining heavily on that day, and Yudhisthir could not find the wood.
He apologized to both of them, and they came back empty-handed. After that, they went to Karna and asked for the same thing. He searched everywhere for the dry wood but failed to find it. But he did not let the Brahmins go empty-handed. He carried his bow and arrow and destroyed the doors of sandalwood. He gave this to Krishna and Arjuna.
2. Karna was cursed by Parshuram even after knowing his true heritage
Karna lied to Parshuram to learn archery, as he was the most outstanding teacher of all time. Also, Karna lied to Rishi Parshuram as he cursed him. Karna claimed him as a Brahmin, but in reality, he was a Kshatriya. In reality, Parshuram knew about Karna’s true legacy. He even knows that Karna will play an important role later in the Hindu epic Mahabharata.
3. Karna wasn’t drawn to Duryodhan only by dharma
Karna spent most of his time with Duryodhana after being crowned Angh Raj. In the evening, they would play a game of dice. Duryodhana had to depart for a short time one day after sunset.
When his wife, Bhanumati, happened to be walking by and saw Karna waiting for her husband, she chose to carry on her husband’s game. They once got into a lighthearted argument over who would get the following turn. Karna attempted to grab the dice out of her grasp playfully.
Bhanumati’s pearl necklace broke and her garment moved out of place as they wriggled. The jewels were strewn all over the floor. Upon entering, Duryodhana discovered his wife and his friend in a precarious situation, their clothing knotted, and pearls scattered across the floor. Duryodhan asked the karna about the situation. Upon knowing the cause he made a joke and laughed aloud and resumed playing.
Then, when Bhanumati questioned Duryodhan, why didn’t he suspect her? He said, ‘In a relation, there is no reason for doubt, for when doubt settles in there will be no relation at all’. Karna is my best friend, and I know him very well. He will never break my faith.
4. Karna is undoubtedly a mighty warrior in the Mahabharat
After all, Arjuna could not win over Karna all by himself. During the battle of the Mahabharata, Krishna and Indra helped the Pandavas defeat Karna. The former entered the battlefield as a charioteer of Arjuna. Indra took away the armor from Karna to make way for Arjuna.
5. Till his end, Karna remained grateful to Duryodhana for everything
Krishna confronted Karna before the conflict, explaining that he was the Pandavas’ eldest and the legitimate heir to the kingdom, not Yudhishthir. Karna was thrilled to learn that Surya was his father and Kunti was his mother. Still, he refused to ally with the Pandavas due to his devotion to Duryodhana and his relationship with him. In actuality, Karna was the sole person who lived his entire life adhering to dharma.
6. Lord Krishna praised Karna on many occasions
During the war, Krishna also told Arjuna that Karna was indeed a real fighter and far better than him. Karna reminds us of the saying ‘tough times never last, but tough people do.’
7. Karna’s life has more tragedies than others
In the war of the Mahabharat, the sons of Karna were killed by the Pandavas, except one. Apart from being the greatest warrior of all time, he was not helped by anyone. Karna’s life went through various waves of tragedy and sacrifice alternately. The wrong attitude ruined him because he wanted to be someone he wasn’t. He was aware that what Duryodhan was doing was wrong. But being an active participant who helped Duryodhan Unlimited. Karna was very loyal to him.
8. Lord Krishna requested Karna to become the king of India
Lord Krishna, to avoid the war, asked Karna to become India’s king. He claimed that Karna, being elder to both Yudhisthir and Duryodhan, would be the rightful inheritor of the heritage. But Karna denied the request.
9. Karna was aware of the victory of the Pandavas
Lord Krishna once asked Karna how he knew that the Pandavas would win the battle, to which he replied, ‘Kurukshetra is a sacrificial field. Arjuna is the leader priest, and you, Krishna, are the presiding deity. I, Bhisma Dev, Duryodhan, and Dronacharya surrender. Krishna completed their conversation by sharing with Karna, ‘You’re the best of the Pandavas.’
10. Some facts say Karna was a creation of lord Krishna
To teach the world the true meaning of sacrifice and how to accept one’s fate, Lord Krishna created Karna. He maintained his faith in spirituality, self-respect, humility, charity, and dignity despite misfortune or challenging circumstances.
What Karna Promised to Kunti?
The war made Kunti meet his son to learn about his true identity. Kunti asked Karna to join the Pandavas and become king. He said that he could not betray his friend Duryodhan. Yet, he promised that he would not try to kill any of the Pandavas except Arjuna. He knew very well that Arjuna was under the divine aegis of lord Krishna and thus unstoppable. Likewise, he will be able to repay Duryodhan’s debt while performing the responsibilities of his elder brother. Hence, he told Kunti that she could only keep her five sons, including him or Arjun.
Conclusion
These are all unknown facts that you must be aware of. Karna was a great warrior and played an essential role in the Mahabharat. He was the eldest son of Kunti and an illegitimate child by Lord Sun. Abandoned by his mother, Karna was raised by the charioteer of Dhritrasthra. He has so many powers to defeat the Pandavas, but he promised Kunti not to kill her sons in the war. To learn more about the life, history, and powers of Karna, you can read about them on Google. Stay connected!
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