Mahabharata Shanti Parva – एवं शुना समान भृत्यान सवस्थाने यॊ नराधिपः

Shloka (श्लोक)

[भ]एवं शुना समान भृत्यान सवस्थाने यॊ नराधिपः
नियॊजयति कृत्येषु स राज्यफलम अश्नुते

⚡ Quick Meaning

A king who appoints equal ministers in their respective positions will enjoy the fruits of his realm.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka conveys that a wise king appoints his ministers based on merit and ensures their responsibilities align with their capabilities. Such fair governance results in prosperity for the kingdom, reflecting the king’s strategic acumen and sense of justice.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि एक समझदार राजा अपने मंत्रियों को उनकी योग्यता के अनुसार नियुक्त करता है और सुनिश्चित करता है कि उनकी जिम्मेदारियाँ उनकी क्षमताओं के अनुसार हों। ऐसा न्यायपूर्ण शासन राज्य के लिए समृद्धि लाता है, जो राजा की रणनीतिक बुद्धिमत्ता और न्याय की भावना को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse refers to the importance of merit-based appointments in leadership, elaborating on the principles of effective governance from the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It illustrates that fairness in leadership leads to a more efficient administration and. ultimately, contributes to the success of the kingdom.

Application

In modern contexts, this underscores that good leadership relies on recognizing and utilizing the strengths of each team member to foster a thriving environment.