Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – राजा चरति चेद धर्मं देवत्वायैव कल्पते

Shloka (श्लोक)

राजा चरति चेद धर्मं देवत्वायैव कल्पते
स चेद अधर्मं चरति नरकायैव गच्छति

⚡ Quick Meaning

The shloka states that a king who follows the path of dharma ascends to divinity, while one who indulges in adharma descends to hell.

Translations

English Translation

A king who follows dharma becomes divine, while a king who engages in adharma goes to hell. This illustrates the path of righteousness for leadership.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो राजा धर्म का पालन करता है, वह देवता के समान हो जाता है, जबकि जो राजा अधर्म करता है, वह नरक को जाता है। यह नेतृत्व के लिए धर्म में चलने का मार्ग दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

In the context of Udyoga Parva, this verse emphasizes moral leadership and the consequences of one’s actions.

Meaning

The essence of this shloka reinforces the profound responsibility of rulers and the urgent need for ethical governance.

Application

This inspires today’s leaders to live with integrity and offers insight into the balance of power and ethics.