Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दश धर्मगतेभ्यॊ यद वसू बह्व अल्पम एव च

Shloka (श्लोक)

दश धर्मगतेभ्यॊ यद वसू बह्व अल्पम एव च
तन नाददीत सहसा पौराणां रक्षणाय वै

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka teaches caution when handling resources for public safety.

Translations

English Translation

A ruler should not hastily distribute resources, however meager or abundant, to the ten different directions for the safety of his citizens.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक शासक को तुरंत संसाधनों का वितरण नहीं करना चाहिए, चाहे वह कितना भी कम या अधिक क्यों न हो, अपने नागरिकों की रक्षा के लिए दस अलग-अलग दिशाओं में।

Commentary

Context

This verse reinforces the careful management of resources in governance.

Meaning

It warns against rash decisions that could lead to mismanagement and insecurity for the populace.

Application

This serves as a guideline for leaders to make calculated decisions in resource allocation for community welfare.