Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – समवेताः पृथिव्यां हि राजानॊ राजसत्तम

Shloka (श्लोक)

समवेताः पृथिव्यां हि राजानॊ राजसत्तम
अमर्षवशम आपन्ना नाशयेयुर इमाः परजाः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka talks about the assembly of kings on earth and their frailty under the influence of anger.

Translations

English Translation

The kings, the nobles of the earth, have gathered here, but falling under the influence of uncontrolled anger, they are bound to destroy their subjects. This underscores the destructive power of unchecked emotions in leadership.

हिंदी अनुवाद

राजा, पृथ्वी के आदरणीय व्यक्ति यहां एकत्रित हुए हैं, लेकिन अनियंत्रित क्रोध के प्रभाव में गिरकर, वे अपनी प्रजा को नाश करने के लिए तैयार हैं। यह नेतृत्व में नियंत्रण न पाने वाली भावनाओं की विनाशकारी शक्ति को उजागर करता है।

Commentary

Context

Set against the backdrop of war, it addresses the collective responsibility of rulers and their vulnerabilities.

Meaning

This verse signifies how emotional incapacitation can lead to greater tragedies for those under authority.

Application

In governance, it is a reminder for leaders to exercise emotional control to prevent disastrous outcomes.