Mahabharata Shanti Parva – कच चिज जितेन्द्रियॊ राजा कच चिद अभ्यन्तरा जिताः

Shloka (श्लोक)

कच चिज जितेन्द्रियॊ राजा कच चिद अभ्यन्तरा जिताः
कच चिद एषां पर्यॊ राजा कच चिद राज्ञः परियाः परजाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka asks whether the king has mastered his senses and whether his subjects are under his care.

Translations

English Translation

The inquiry reflects on whether the king has achieved self-control and whether his governance ensures the wellbeing of his subjects, emphasizing the balance between inner discipline and external governance.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह प्रश्न यह दर्शाता है कि क्या राजा ने आत्म-नियंत्रण प्राप्त कर लिया है और क्या उसका शासन उसके प्रजाओं की भलाई सुनिश्चित करता है, आंतरिक अनुशासन और बाहरी शासन के बीच संतुलन पर जोर देता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka encourages rulers from the Shanti Parva to reflect upon their own mastery and the welfare of their subjects.

Meaning

It underscores the importance of self-mastery in effective leadership; a king must first govern himself before he can justly govern others.

Application

A leader’s ability to manage their own emotions and actions is fundamental to creating a healthy and supportive environment for their followers.