Mahabharata Bhishma Parva – पृथॊश च राजन वैन्यस्य तथेक्ष्वाकॊर महात्मनः

Shloka (श्लोक)

पृथॊश च राजन वैन्यस्य तथेक्ष्वाकॊर महात्मनः
ययातेर अम्बरीषस्य मान्धातुर नहुषस्य च

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka mentions noble lineages like that of Prithu and Ikshvaku.

Translations

English Translation

The verse highlights the honorable backgrounds of figures such as King Prithu, Ikshvaku, Yayati, Ambarisha, Mandhata, and Nahusha, emphasizing the shared virtues of nobility across generations.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक पृथु, इक्ष्वाकु, ययाति, अम्बरीष, मान्धात और नहुष जैसे महान पूर्वजों का जिक्र करता है, जो पीढ़ियों में समान गुणों को दर्शाते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse is rooted in the Bhishma Parva, drawing connections between past heroes and setting a moral tone for the present context.

Meaning

It speaks to a lineage of righteousness, fostering a legacy of virtue among those in power and their responsibility towards society.

Application

Today’s leaders should aspire to emulate these noble characteristics to earn respect and maintain ethical governance.