Mahabharata Shanti Parva – नियतस तवं नरश्रेष्ठ शृणु सर्वम अशेषतः

Shloka (श्लोक)

नियतस तवं नरश्रेष्ठ शृणु सर्वम अशेषतः
यथा राज्यसमुत्पन्नम आदौ कृतयुगे ऽभवत

⚡ Quick Meaning

Listen carefully, O best of men, about how the kingdom was established in the beginning of the age of truth.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka emphasizes the importance of historical context, urging a great man to listen to the origins of governance during the age of truth. It reflects on how civilization and order were established and maintained in earlier times.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक ऐतिहासिक संदर्भ के महत्व को रेखांकित करता है, एक महान व्यक्ति से अनुरोध करता है कि वह सत्य के युग में शासन की उत्पत्ति के बारे में सुनें। यह दर्शाता है कि पहले के समय में सभ्यता और व्यवस्था कैसे स्थापित और बनाए रखी गई थी।

Commentary

Context

Positioned within the Shanti Parva, this verse reinforces the significance of understanding the roots of governance for effective leadership.

Meaning

The essence lies in recognizing that today’s leadership draws lessons from the past, embodying principles of the righteous age.

Application

This teaching encourages leaders to learn from history, ensuring that governance is rooted in timeless virtues and ethical frameworks.