Mahabharata Shanti Parva – वधबन्धपरिक्लेशॊ नित्यम अर्थवतां भवेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

वधबन्धपरिक्लेशॊ नित्यम अर्थवतां भवेत
ममत्वं च न विन्देयुर यदि राजा न पालयेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

If a king fails to protect his subjects, they will suffer and lose their sense of belonging and ownership.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka articulates that without proper governance, subjects will continuously face distress and may even lose their right to belong, depicting the dire consequences of a negligent ruler on loyalty and community welfare.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक स्पष्ट करता है कि यदि राजा अपनी प्रजा की रक्षा नहीं करता है, तो वे निरंतर संकट में रहेंगे और belonging की भावना भी खो देंगे, जो कि एक लापरवाह शासक के विपरीत प्रभाव को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

In the Shanti Parva, this verse underlines the dire consequences of neglecting the responsibility of governance and its impact on the citizenry.

Meaning

The shloka emphasizes the significant role of a ruler in nurturing the sense of belonging and security among people, and the negative repercussions that arise when leaders are indifferent.

Application

It reminds contemporary leaders that their governance should foster community and security to maintain loyalty and belonging among citizens.