Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – धर्मश चार्थश च कामश च सेवितव्यॊ ऽथ कालतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

धर्मश चार्थश च कामश च सेवितव्यॊ ऽथ कालतः
धर्मेण हि महीपालश चिरं पालयते महीम

⚡ Quick Meaning

A ruler must uphold Dharma, Artha, and Kama, for it is through righteousness that a king sustains the earth over time.

Translations

English Translation

The king should serve Dharma, Artha, and Kama. It is by Dharma that the sovereign successfully rules and preserves the earth over a long period.

हिंदी अनुवाद

राजा को धर्म, अर्थ और काम की सेवा करनी चाहिए। धर्म के द्वारा ही राजा लंबे समय तक पृथ्वी का पालन करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the responsibilities of a king in maintaining a just and prosperous realm according to Dharma.

Meaning

The essence of this verse lies in the importance of Dharma in governance and the king’s duty to fulfill it for societal longevity.

Application

Modern leaders can learn from this principle, recognizing that adherence to ethical values is vital for sustained leadership and societal welfare.