Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अथ वा दुष्कृतस्य तवं हर्ता तेषाम अरक्षिता

Shloka (श्लोक)

अथ वा दुष्कृतस्य तवं हर्ता तेषाम अरक्षिता
रक्षिता पुण्यभाग राजा परजानां तवं तव अपुण्य भाक

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka contemplates the fate of a king related to misdeeds.

Translations

English Translation

If you are the destroyer of a sinful act, where are the ignorant ones being protected by you? The king is the protector of the virtuous; you are one experiencing the consequences of your own sinful actions.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यदि तुम दुष्कर्म का नाशक हो, तो तुम उन अज्ञानी लोगों की सुरक्षा क्यों नहीं कर रहे हो? राजा पुण्य का रक्षक है; तुम अपने पापों के फल भुगत रहे हो।

Commentary

Context

This verse deals with the accountability of leadership regarding actions and their results.

Meaning

It serves as a caution to leaders, emphasizing that their actions have significant implications for others.

Application

This highlights the importance of responsible governance and moral integrity in leadership.