Mahabharata Shanti Parva – जित्वा ममत्वं बरुवते पुत्रा इव पितुर धने

Shloka (श्लोक)

जित्वा ममत्वं बरुवते पुत्रा इव पितुर धने
राजर्षयॊ जितस्वर्गा धर्मॊ हय एषां निगद्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

By conquering attachment, like sons to their fathers’ wealth, noble kings attain eternal virtue.

Translations

English Translation

This verse implies that overcoming personal attachments, similar to sons releasing hold on their fathers’ riches, leads noble rulers towards eternal righteousness and they are revered for such virtues.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह संकेत करता है कि व्यक्तिगतAttachments को पार करना, जैसे पुत्र अपने पिता के धन पर से पकड़ छोड़ देते हैं, शासकों को शाश्वत धर्म की ओर ले जाता है और वे इस प्रकार के गुणों के लिए सम्मानित होते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka from the Shanti Parva underscores the transformational qualities of rulers who renounce personal attachments for the betterment of society.

Meaning

The shloka emphasizes the nobility found in selflessness, indicating that true leadership requires sacrificing personal interests for greater ethical achievements.

Application

In a modern context, this verse inspires leaders to cultivate detachment from material possessions, promoting virtuous leadership and wise governance.