Mahabharata Virata Parva – न राजन राजवत किं चित समाचरसि कीचके

Shloka (श्लोक)
न राजन राजवत किं चित समाचरसि कीचके
दस्यूनाम इव धर्मस ते न हि संसदि शॊभते
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka challenges the king’s behavior and the essence of dharma in the assembly.
Translations
English Translation
The speaker admonishes the king for behaving like a lowly character, implying that the principles of dharma do not shine brightly within such an assembly, much like a gathering of rogues.
हिंदी अनुवाद
वक्ता राजा को नीच चरित्र होने के लिए चेतावनी देता है, यह सुझाव देते हुए कि ऐसे सभा में धर्म के सिद्धांत चमकते नहीं हैं, जैसे कि दस्युओं की सभा में।
Commentary
Context
This verse is situated in the context of debate during the Virata Parva, where ethical discussions take center stage amidst conflict.
Meaning
The phrase signifies the disintegration of dharma when leaders fail to uphold their roles as moral exemplars in society.
Application
It emphasizes the necessity for leaders to model righteousness in order to foster a virtuous environment and maintain societal order.
