Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यथा समधुरौ दम्यौ सुदान्तौ साधु वाहिनौ

Shloka (श्लोक)

यथा समधुरौ दम्यौ सुदान्तौ साधु वाहिनौ
धुरम उद्यम्य वहतस तथा वर्तेत वै नृपः
यथा यथास्य वहतः सहायाः सयुस तथापरे

⚡ Quick Meaning

A focused leader carries the weight, whereas aid comes based on the strength of their support.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka conveys that like good horses carry their burdens with skill, a king should lead with wisdom, directing efforts based on the support and abilities of his team, suggesting that leadership is both a responsibility and a privilege.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि जैसे अच्छे घोड़े अपने भार को कुशलता से उठाते हैं, उसी प्रकार राजा को बुद्धिमत्ता से नेतृत्व करना चाहिए, जिसके आधार पर वह अपनी टीम के सदस्यों की सहायता में अग्रसर हो सकते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse from the Shanti Parva speaks about the qualities expected from a ruler and the support system surrounding them.

Meaning

It highlights that effective leadership is about shouldering responsibility and managing resources wisely.

Application

This encourages leaders to harness the strengths of those around them while maintaining a steady commitment to their duties.