Mahabharata Vana Parva – राजा लक्षणसंपन्नस तरैलॊक्यस्यापि यॊ भवेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

राजा लक्षणसंपन्नस तरैलॊक्यस्यापि यॊ भवेत
शिष्यस ते शासिता सॊ ऽसतु धृतराष्ट्र युधिष्ठिरः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the qualities of a ruler who possesses wisdom and knowledge.

Translations

English Translation

A king who is endowed with the good qualities of leadership, even in the three worlds, should ensure that he teaches his disciples wisely, as mentioned by Dhritarashtra to Yudhishthira.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक राजा, जो तीनों लोकों में गुणों से सम्पन्न है, उसे अपने शिष्यों को अच्छी तरह शिक्षा देनी चाहिए, जैसा कि धृतराष्ट्र ने युधिष्ठिर से कहा है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka highlights the responsibilities of a king towards his subjects and their education.

Meaning

It signifies that a true leader must impart wisdom and guide his followers with good counsel.

Application

In contemporary governance, this teaching applies to leaders who must ensure the intellectual growth of their communities.