Mahabharata Shanti Parva – एकैकम एषां निष्पिंषञ शिष्टेषु निपुणं चरेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

एकैकम एषां निष्पिंषञ शिष्टेषु निपुणं चरेत
न च शक्तॊ ऽपि मेधावी सर्वान एवारभेन नृपः

⚡ Quick Meaning

A wise ruler should carefully understand the strengths of each person, as even the most intelligent cannot handle everyone indiscriminately.

Translations

English Translation

This verse emphasizes that a prudent ruler must assess the capabilities and qualities of individuals within his realm. Simply managing people based on generalized assumptions is insufficient. Effective strategies depend on understanding the nuances of each person involved.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर जोर देता है कि एक समझदार राजा को अपने क्षेत्र के व्यक्तियों की क्षमताओं और गुणों को समझना चाहिए। सामान्य धारणाओं के आधार पर लोगों को संभालना पर्याप्त नहीं है। प्रभावी रणनीतियां हर व्यक्ति की विशेषताओं को समझने पर निर्भर करती हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse from Shanti Parva addresses the essential qualities of leadership, emphasizing personalized approaches in governance.

Meaning

The underlying message suggests that effective administration requires a nuanced understanding of individual strengths and weaknesses to utilize resources efficiently.

Application

In modern leadership roles, this shloka advocates for individualized management approaches, allowing leaders to make informed decisions based on people’s unique attributes.