Mahabharata Shanti Parva – आत्मा जेयः सदा राज्ञा ततॊ जेयाश च शत्रवः

Shloka (श्लोक)

आत्मा जेयः सदा राज्ञा ततॊ जेयाश च शत्रवः
अजितात्मा नरपतिर विजयेत कथं रिपून

⚡ Quick Meaning

A king must conquer himself to achieve triumph over his enemies.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka asserts that a ruler who has mastered his own desires and impulses will find victory over adversaries, highlighting the importance of self-control in achieving success in battles.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात को साबित करता है कि जो राजा अपनी इच्छाओं और प्रवृत्तियों पर नियंत्रण रखता है, वह adversaries पर जीत पाता है, यह बताते हुए कि युद्धों में सफलता प्राप्त करने के लिए आत्म-नियंत्रण कितना महत्वपूर्ण है।

Commentary

Context

This insightful teaching points to self-discipline as essential not just in battle, but in the overall function of a monarch’s role, as conveyed throughout the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

The takeaway emphasizes that internal mastery is paramount for external victory, suggesting that effective leadership stems from self-discipline.

Application

Leaders today are reminded that personal mastery is crucial for success, as their ability to control emotions and desires translates into effective decision-making and strategic advantage.