Shloka (श्लोक)
राजयाजक याज्यानां मद्रकाणां च यन मलम
तद भवेद वै तव मलं यद्य अस्मान न विमुञ्चसि
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka points out the moral failings related to the actions of kings and their subjects, emphasizing collective accountability.
Translations
English Translation
The verse expresses the idea that the impurities linked to royal sacrifices and the desires of the rulers reflect not only their character but upon their subjects as well, stressing the need for higher moral standards in leadership.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक यह विचार व्यक्त करता है कि राजाओं के यज्ञ और उनके अधीनस्थों की इच्छाओं से जुड़ी अशुद्धताओं का प्रतिबिंब न केवल उनके चरित्र पर, बल्कि उनके विषयों पर भी पड़ता है, जो नेतृत्व में उच्च नैतिक मानकों की आवश्यकता को जोर देता है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka appears in the Karna Parva, underlining the interrelation between rulers and their people in the maintenance of virtue.
Meaning
It highlights the responsibility of both rulers and the ruled to uphold ethical values, serving as a basis for governance and social stability.
Application
This teaching calls for a conscious effort towards fostering ethical leadership, reminding rulers of the significant impact their actions have on society.
