Shloka (श्लोक)
अयं पितामहेनॊक्तॊ राजधर्मः सनातनः
ईश्वरश च महादण्डॊ दण्डे सर्वं परतिष्ठितम
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka emphasizes the eternal nature of royal duty established by the grandfathers and the supreme power embodied in punishments.
Translations
English Translation
This verse asserts that the principles of governance as described by revered ancestors are timeless. It indicates that the absolute divine authority, symbolized by great punishment, upholds everything in existence.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक बताता है कि शासकीय धर्म, जो पूज्य पितामहों द्वारा बताया गया है, शाश्वत है। यह दर्शाता है कि ईश्वर का सर्वाधिक दंड, सभी के अस्तित्व को बनाए रखता है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka sets the stage for discussing the importance of dharma in governance amidst the dialogues of the Shanti Parva, where moral and ethical guidelines are established.
Meaning
The verse signifies the deep-rooted concepts of duty and punishment in maintaining order within the cosmos, guided by the divine.
Application
One can apply this wisdom by recognizing the significance of moral values in leadership and the consequences of actions in the broader scheme of life.
