Mahabharata Shanti Parva – शृणु कौरव्य यॊ दण्डॊ वयवहार्यॊ यथा च सः

Shloka (श्लोक)

[भ]शृणु कौरव्य यॊ दण्डॊ वयवहार्यॊ यथा च सः
यस्मिन हि सर्वम आयत्तं स दण्ड इह केवलः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Law is only effective when it is applied universally.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka explains that a governing principle of justice must be applied uniformly across all circumstances; otherwise, it loses its efficacy as a law. The essence of justice must rely on equality and fairness in its application.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि न्याय का सिद्धांत तभी तर्कसंगत है जब इसे हर परिस्थिति में समान रूप से लागू किया जाए। अन्यथा, यह कानून के रूप में अपनी प्रभावशीलता खो देता है। न्याय का सार समानता और निष्पक्षता पर निर्भर करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is situated in the Shanti Parva, focusing on the principles of governance and law. It emphasizes the strong relationship between law and justice, integral to societal functioning.

Meaning

The essence captured in this shloka is that justice must be applied universally to maintain its legitimacy. Laws that are not equitably enforced lead to chaos and loss of faith in governance.

Application

In contemporary society, this shloka reminds us of the necessity for fair practices in legal systems and governance. It urges us to ensure laws adequately serve every individual to foster justice.