Mahabharata Ashramavasika Parva – पौरजानपदानां च शौचाशौचं युधिष्ठिरः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पौरजानपदानां च शौचाशौचं युधिष्ठिरः
यथा सयाद विदितं राजंस तथा कार्यम अरिंदम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the importance of understanding cleanliness and moral conduct in leadership.

Translations

English Translation

Yudhishthira reflects on the need for purity in character and actions, comparing it to how a king should maintain righteousness and conduct himself in accordance with dharma. Such virtues are considered essential for effective governance.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युधिष्ठिर इस श्लोक में शुद्धता और नैतिक आचरण की आवश्यकता पर चर्चा करते हैं, इसे राजा की स्थिति के समान मानते हैं। ऐसे गुणों को प्रभावी शासन के लिए आवश्यक समझा जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is set within the Ashramavasika Parva, emphasizing moral responsibilities during challenging times.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka lies in the responsibility leaders have to uphold virtue and morality, essential for societal order.

Application

In modern contexts, it encourages leaders to maintain integrity and moral standards for effective governance.