Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – कृतस्य कारणाद राजा सवर्गम अत्यन्तम अश्नुते

Shloka (श्लोक)

कृतस्य कारणाद राजा सवर्गम अत्यन्तम अश्नुते
तरेतायाः कारणाद राजा सवर्गं नात्यन्तम अश्नुते
परवर्तनाद दवापरस्य यथाभागम उपाश्नुते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka explains the rewards a king receives in different ages based on their conduct.

Translations

English Translation

Due to the righteousness of the golden age, the king receives the highest heavenly benefits; in the Treta age, he receives moderate blessings; and during Dvapara, he gains rewards proportionate to his actions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

कृत युग के कारण राजा स्वर्ग का अत्यधिक लाभ प्राप्त करता है; तरेता युग में वह सीमित लाभ हासिल करता है; और दवापर में, उसके कर्मों के अनुसार उसे पुरस्कार मिलते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka illustrates the consequences of a king’s virtuous or non-virtuous actions across the ages in Udyoga Parva.

Meaning

Highlighting the differentiation of worldly rewards encourages kings to pursue righteous actions for a prosperous regime.

Application

This teaches contemporary leaders the significance of ethical rule in achieving favorable outcomes for their reign.