Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तस्यापराधाद दुर्बुद्धेर अभिमानान महीक्षिताम

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्यापराधाद दुर्बुद्धेर अभिमानान महीक्षिताम
विमर्दः सुमहान आसीद अनयान मत्कृताद अथ

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka illustrates the tremendous consequences stemming from arrogance and poor judgment of a ruler.

Translations

English Translation

The text discusses how the great strife experienced by the earth resulted from the mistakes and arrogance of the foolish-minded king, reflecting on the severe effects of misgovernance and unwise pride.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि धरती पर उत्पन्न विवाद उस मूर्ख-चित्त राजा की गलतियों और अभिमान के परिणामस्वरूप था, जो गलत शासन और अज्ञानी गर्व के गंभीर प्रभावों पर प्रकाश डालता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects on the aftermath of poor leadership decisions that lead to widespread turmoil and chaos within the kingdom.

Meaning

It conveys that arrogance combined with foolishness leads to catastrophic outcomes, emphasizing self-awareness and humility in leadership roles.

Application

This serves as a cautionary reminder for leaders to cultivate humility and to recognize how their decisions impact the greater community.