Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तस्मान नित्यं दया कार्या चातुर्वर्ण्ये विपश्चिता

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्मान नित्यं दया कार्या चातुर्वर्ण्ये विपश्चिता
धर्मात्मा सत्यवाक चैव राजा रञ्जयति परजाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka underscores the importance of compassion and truthfulness in leadership.

Translations

English Translation

Thus, in all four social classes, it is essential for the wise to perpetually display kindness. A ruler endowed with righteousness and truthful speech naturally delights his subjects, ensuring peace and order in society.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इसलिए, चारों वर्णों में, ज्ञानी को हमेशा दया प्रदर्शित करनी चाहिए। धर्म और सत्य बोलने वाले राजा स्वाभाविक रूप से अपने प्रजाओं को आनंदित करते हैं, जिससे समाज में शांति और व्यवस्था सुनिश्चित होती है।

Commentary

Context

This verse relates to the virtues necessary for leadership, as discussed in the Shanti Parva, highlighting the qualities that a ruler must possess.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka lies in advocating for ethical governance represented by compassion and honesty, exalted as vital attributes in a ruler.

Application

Modern leaders can incorporate these qualities of empathy and truthfulness in their governance models to achieve harmony within their communities.