Mahabharata Anushasana Parva – पाहि सर्वाः परजाः सम्यक शुभाशुभविद आत्मवान

Shloka (श्लोक)

पाहि सर्वाः परजाः सम्यक शुभाशुभविद आत्मवान
शुभैः संविभजन कामैर अशुभानां च पावनैः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Protect all beings with a balanced approach of good and bad.

Translations

English Translation

This verse claims that a true protector must safeguard all beings, enabling them through virtue and good actions, while also purifying the negative influences from their lives. This balance is crucial for a harmonious society.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक कहता है कि एक सच्चा रक्षक को सभी प्राणियों की सुरक्षा करनी चाहिए, उन्हें सद्कर्मों के माध्यम से सक्षम बनाना चाहिए और उनके जीवन से नकारात्मक प्रभावों को शुद्ध करना चाहिए। यह संतुलन सामंजस्यपूर्ण समाज के लिए आवश्यक है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Anushasana Parva, illustrating kingly duties regarding the protection of subjects.

Meaning

The verse emphasizes the dual responsibility of a leader to foster goodness while understanding and addressing the presence of negativity.

Application

Today, this teaches modern leaders the importance of a just and compassionate governance that nurtures all aspects of society.