Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – स भवान धर्मपुत्रेण शम कर्तुम इहार्हति

Shloka (श्लोक)

स भवान धर्मपुत्रेण शम कर्तुम इहार्हति
पाण्डवाः कुरवश चैव पालयन्तु वसुंधराम

⚡ Quick Meaning

You deserve to act with restraint and righteousness, leading the Pandavas and Kurus to protect the earth.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the moral obligation to act with goodness and restraint. It calls upon powerful figures, particularly the Pandavas and Kurus, to safeguard the earth and embody dharma, which is essential for societal harmony.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक धार्मिकता और संयम के साथ कार्य करने की नैतिक जिम्मेदारी को रेखांकित करता है। यह शक्तिशाली व्यक्तियों, खासतौर पर पाण्डवों और कुरुओं, से धरती की रक्षा करने और धर्म के प्रतीक बनने का आह्वान करता है, जो समाज के सामंजस्य के लिए आवश्यक है।

Commentary

Context

Found in the Udyoga Parva, this verse presents a call to duty for leaders, emphasizing the importance of ethical conduct for the well-being of society.

Meaning

The shloka professes the necessity of ethical leadership and the importance of protecting the earth, which reflects on stewardship and responsibility.

Application

This encourages leaders to actively engage in righteous governance, focusing on the welfare of their subjects and the environment, essential for peace.