Mahabharata Shanti Parva – कषयं शत्रॊः संचयं पालनं चाप्य; उभौ चार्थौ सहितौ धर्मकामौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

कषयं शत्रॊः संचयं पालनं चाप्य; उभौ चार्थौ सहितौ धर्मकामौ
अतश चान्यन मतिमान संदधीत; तस्माद राजा बुद्धिमन्तं शरयेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

A wise king must manage the decline of enemies and the accumulation of wealth through righteous means.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka highlights the responsibilities of a ruler to intelligently balance the handling of adversaries while pursuing wealth and justice. It implies that wisdom is critical in leadership to maintain stability and prosperity.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक शासक की जिम्मेदारियों को उजागर करता है कि उसे बुद्धिमानी से शत्रुओं का सामना करने के साथ-साथ धन और न्याय का पालन कैसे करना चाहिए। यह इस बात का संकेत देता है कि नेतृत्व में बुद्धिमत्ता स्थिरता और समृद्धि बनाए रखने के लिए आवश्यक है।

Commentary

Context

This teaching from the Shanti Parva serves as a guideline for rulers on maintaining law and order while ensuring economic and social welfare.

Meaning

The essence of this verse underscores the importance of strategy and wisdom in governance to yield the best outcomes for the state and its people.

Application

This principle can be applied in contemporary leadership situations, encouraging leaders to blend insight and justice in their decision-making processes for the common good.