Mahabharata Shanti Parva – नास्त्य असाधारणॊ राजा नास्ति राज्यम अराजकम

Shloka (श्लोक)

नास्त्य असाधारणॊ राजा नास्ति राज्यम अराजकम
राज्ये ऽसति कुतॊ धर्मॊ धर्मे ऽसति कुतः परम

⚡ Quick Meaning

There is no extraordinary king, nor is there a kingdom that is devoid of governance; without governance, where is righteousness and, in turn, where is the ultimate good?

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the fundamental necessity of good governance in any kingdom, asserting that without a proper ruler, true righteousness and higher ideals cannot flourish. A ruler’s extraordinary qualities are essential for maintaining moral values and societal harmony, implying that the essence of governance is rooted in ethical leadership.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि किसी भी राज्य में अच्छे शासन की आवश्यकता होती है। बिना एक उचित शासक के, सच्चे धर्म और उच्च आदर्शों का कोई अस्तित्व नहीं रह सकता। शासक की विशेषताएं नैतिक मूल्यों और समाज की सामंजस्यता को बनाए रखने में महत्वपूर्ण हैं।

Commentary

Context

In the backdrop of discussions on governance in the Shanti Parva, this shloka highlights the critical role of kings in establishing order and morality in society.

Meaning

It signifies that the absence of dedicated leadership leads to chaos, thereby highlighting the vital connection between kingship and societal ethics.

Application

Modern leadership can draw lessons from this shloka by recognizing the importance of ethical and responsible governance to foster a flourishing society and ensure the dignity of all its citizens.