Mahabharata Shanti Parva – दण्डनीत्या यदा राजा तरीन अंशान अनुवर्तते

Shloka (श्लोक)

दण्डनीत्या यदा राजा तरीन अंशान अनुवर्तते
चतुर्थम अंशम उत्सृज्य तदा तरेता परवर्तते

⚡ Quick Meaning

When a king follows three parts of the code, he relinquishes the fourth and rules effectively.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka discusses the governance approach of a king, stating that by obediently following the three main principles of justice, he effectively disregards the fourth and administers a just rule.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक एक राजा के शासन के दृष्टिकोण पर चर्चा करता है, यह कहते हुए कि यदि वह न्याय के तीन मुख्य सिद्धांतों का पालन करता है, तो वह चौथे को प्रभावी रूप से छोड़ देता है और एक न्यायपूर्ण शासन करता है।

Commentary

Context

Situated in the Shanti Parva, this verse highlights the qualities of effective leadership and the balance between strictness and leniency in governance.

Meaning

The excerpt conveys that effective rulers prioritize justice and fairness, allowing for the possibility of benevolence within leadership.

Application

This teaching emphasizes the significance of wise governance; ensuring that leaders strive for the balance between justice and compassion in their decisions.