Mahabharata Shanti Parva – निबॊध च यथातिष्ठन धर्मान न चयवते नृपः

Shloka (श्लोक)

निबॊध च यथातिष्ठन धर्मान न चयवते नृपः
निग्रहाद धर्मशास्त्राणाम अनुरुध्यन्न अपेतभीः
कामक्रॊधाव अनादृत्य पितेव समदर्शनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

The king must be steadfast in upholding righteousness, free from the influence of desire and anger.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes that a king must remain unwavering in his duties towards righteousness and should not succumb to desires or anger. By adhering to the principles of dharma (righteousness), he ensures justice and upholds the moral fabric of society, similar to a father who aspires to see all his children equally.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर जोर देता है कि राजा को धर्म के प्रति अपने कर्तव्यों में अडिग रहना चाहिए और वह इच्छाओं और क्रोध के प्रभाव में नहीं आना चाहिए। धर्म के सिद्धांतों का पालन करने से, वह न्याय सुनिश्चित करता है और समाज के नैतिक ताने-बाने को बनाए रखता है, जैसे एक पिता अपने सभी बच्चों को समान देखने की इच्छा करता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Shanti Parva, which deals with the duties and responsibilities of a ruler in ensuring justice and dharma in his kingdom.

Meaning

It signifies the importance of wisdom and self-control in leadership, urging kings to act without being swayed by emotions like desire and anger.

Application

This wisdom reminds modern leaders to practice patience and compassion while making decisions, ensuring they govern ethically for the benefit of all.