Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यॊ ऽमित्रैः सह संबद्धॊ न पौरान बहु मन्यते

Shloka (श्लोक)

यॊ ऽमित्रैः सह संबद्धॊ न पौरान बहु मन्यते
स सुहृत तादृशॊ राज्ञॊ न मन्त्रं शरॊतुम अर्हति

⚡ Quick Meaning

Those with ties to enemies do not truly value the people and, therefore, are unworthy to advise a king.

Translations

English Translation

This verse articulates the idea that if someone is connected to one’s adversaries, they cannot be trusted to value the welfare of the people, making them unsuitable as advisors to a ruler.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो लोग शत्रुओं के साथ जुड़ते हैं, वे लोगों की भलाई को नहीं समझते, और इसलिए वे राजा को सलाह देने के लिए अयोग्य हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka underlines the qualities that disqualify individuals from holding advisory positions and ties these ideas to the overarching themes in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It highlights the importance of integrity and loyalty when it comes to giving counsel, especially in leadership and governance.

Application

The message encourages us to surround ourselves with trustworthy individuals who prioritize the common good, especially in positions of influence.