Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – एवं वदान्यॊ धर्मज्ञः सत्यसंधश च सॊ ऽभवत

Shloka (श्लोक)

एवं वदान्यॊ धर्मज्ञः सत्यसंधश च सॊ ऽभवत
परियः परजानाम अपि संस तवग दॊषेण परदूषितः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka emphasizes the character of a righteous and generous king.

Translations

English Translation

A king, who is knowledgeable in dharma and is truthful, is regarded as the most generous. However, if he becomes tainted by defects, he loses the respect of his subjects.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक ऐसा राजा, जो धर्म का ज्ञाता और सत्यवादी हो, उसे सबसे उदार माना जाता है। हालाँकि, यदि वह दोष की छाया में आ जाता है, तो वह अपने प्रजाजनो का सम्मान खो देता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka arises during the dialogues reflecting on the virtues of a king in the Udyoga Parva of the Mahabharata.

Meaning

It highlights how the moral integrity of a ruler affects his relationship with the subjects and the kingdom’s wellbeing.

Application

Leaders today can learn the importance of integrity and righteousness in leadership roles from this shloka.