Mahabharata Shanti Parva – अर्धं तयक्त्वा यदा राजा नीत्यर्धम अनुवर्तते

Shloka (श्लोक)

अर्धं तयक्त्वा यदा राजा नीत्यर्धम अनुवर्तते
ततस तु दवापरं नाम स कालः संप्रवर्तते

⚡ Quick Meaning

When a king abandons half the law, the Dvapara age begins.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka reflects a significant turning point in the cycles of time, stating that when a ruler neglects half the principles of morality, it marks the onset of the Dvapara age, a period characterized by decline.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक समय के चक्र में एक महत्वपूर्ण मोड़ को दर्शाता है, यह बताते हुए कि जब एक शासक नैतिकता के आधे सिद्धांतों की अनदेखी करता है, तो यह द्वापर युग की शुरुआत को चिह्नित करता है, जो गिरावट की विशेषता है।

Commentary

Context

Located in Shanti Parva, this verse signifies critical transitions in moral standards, highlighting the importance of adherence to laws.

Meaning

The underlying message stresses the consequences of ignoring ethical practices, leading society into a more troubled age.

Application

This encourages leaders and individuals to remain vigilant in upholding justice and ethical conduct to avoid decline.