Mahabharata Shanti Parva – नित्यं रक्षित मन्त्रः सयाद यथा मूकः शरच छिखी

Shloka (श्लोक)

नित्यं रक्षित मन्त्रः सयाद यथा मूकः शरच छिखी
शलक्ष्णाक्षर तनुः शरीमान भवेच छास्त्र विशारदः

⚡ Quick Meaning

A wise ruler should guard secret knowledge diligently.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates that a wise ruler must vigilantly protect secret strategies, akin to how a mute bird shelters its young, ensuring they are prepared to handle challenges effectively through knowledge and wisdom.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि एक बुद्धिमान शासक को गुप्त रणनीतियों की सावधानीपूर्वक रक्षा करनी चाहिए, जैसे कि एक मूक पक्षी अपने बच्चों की सुरक्षा करता है, ताकि वे ज्ञान और बुद्धिमत्ता से प्रभावी ढंग से चुनौतियों का सामना कर सकें।

Commentary

Context

These teachings in the Shanti Parva provide vital insights into the qualities that ensure a ruler’s effectiveness.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of safeguarding critical knowledge, which can be instrumental in strategic decision-making and governance.

Application

Leaders must ensure that sensitive information is kept secure and used wisely to guide their actions and policies.