Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यथा हि गर्भिणी हित्वा सवं प्रियं मनसॊ ऽनुगम

Shloka (श्लोक)

यथा हि गर्भिणी हित्वा सवं प्रियं मनसॊ ऽनुगम
गर्भस्य हितम आधत्ते तथा राज्ञाप्य असंशयम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Just as a mother prioritizes her child over herself, a ruler must prioritize the welfare of the kingdom.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka draws a parallel between a mother’s selfless love for her child and a king’s duty to prioritize the wellbeing of his subjects. It highlights that true leadership involves selflessness and an unwavering focus on the greater good, ensuring that personal desires do not interfere with fulfilling one’s responsibilities.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक माँ की आत्महित से परे जाकर अपने बच्चे के कल्याण को प्राथमिकता देने और एक राजा के अपने प्रजाओं के कल्याण को प्राथमिकता देने के बीच समानांतर खींचता है। यह बताता है कि सच्चा नेतृत्व निस्वार्थता और उच्चतम भले की ओर ध्यान केंद्रित करने के लिए बलिदान करता है, ताकि व्यक्तिगत इच्छाएँ कर्तव्यों में बाधा न डालें।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is contextualized in the conversation about the responsibilities of rulers in the context of family dynamics and societal interests.

Meaning

It underscores that personal sacrifice is essential for effective governance, urging leaders to focus on their duties above selfish interests.

Application

This shloka encourages leaders to embrace sacrifice and humility in their roles, ensuring their decisions benefit the larger community over individual gains.