Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न हि वैक्लव्य संसृष्टम आनृशंस्यम इहास्थितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हि वैक्लव्य संसृष्टम आनृशंस्यम इहास्थितः
परजापालनसंभूतं पराप्ता धर्मफलं हय असि

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the inherent benevolence within righteous governance.

Translations

English Translation

The verse asserts that in a state characterized by righteousness, cruelty cannot flourish, and those who govern with compassion naturally attain the fruits of their righteous duties.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि धर्मनिष्ठता वाले राज्य में क्रूरता नहीं पनप सकती, और जो लोग दया से शासन करते हैं, वे स्वाभाविक रूप से अपने धर्मकार्य का फल प्राप्त करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is a reflection on governance, reiterating the connection between compassion and good leadership within a society.

Meaning

The central idea revolves around the inherent goodness that should guide rulers, influencing their treatment of the populace.

Application

Today’s leaders can learn from this shloka by fostering an environment of compassion in governance, ensuring that policies benefit all, especially the underprivileged.