Mahabharata Vana Parva – आदित्यॊ दिवि देवेषु तमॊनुदति तेजसा
Shloka (श्लोक)
आदित्यॊ दिवि देवेषु तमॊनुदति तेजसा
तथैव नृपतिर भूमाव अधर्मं नुदते भृशम
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka likens the eradication of darkness by the sun to the righteous king removing adharma.
Translations
English Translation
The sun, in the celestial realm, dispels darkness with its brilliance; similarly, a king vanquishes adharma from the earth with righteous governance.
हिंदी अनुवाद
आसमान में सूर्य अपनी चमक से अंधकार दूर करता है; वैसे ही एक राजा धरती से अधर्म का नाश करता है, सत्य और धर्म से।
Commentary
Context
This verse highlights the transformative role of a king in fostering justice and dispelling ignorance in society.
Meaning
It emphasizes the crucial role of leadership in promoting Dharma, akin to the sun’s essential function in the universe.
Application
This encourages rulers and all in positions of authority to act justly and lead by example to eliminate wrongdoing.
