Mahabharata Shanti Parva – दण्डनीत्या यदा राजा सम्यक कार्त्स्न्येन वर्तते

Shloka (श्लोक)

दण्डनीत्या यदा राजा सम्यक कार्त्स्न्येन वर्तते
तदा कृतयुगं नाम कालः शरेष्ठः परवर्तते

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka states that when a king behaves with full adherence to justice, it signifies the arrival of the Golden Age.

Translations

English Translation

The essence of this verse indicates that when a ruler consistently acts with absolute fairness and justice, it leads to an era of prosperity and righteousness, referred to as the Golden Age.

हिंदी अनुवाद

इस श्लोक का सार यह है कि जब एक शासक संपूर्ण न्याय और धर्म का पालन करता है, तो यह समृद्धि और धार्मिकता का युग लाने वाला बनता है, जिसे ‘कृतयुग’ कहा जाता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is part of the Shanti Parva, where discussions revolve around ideal governance and the characteristics of a just ruler.

Meaning

The deeper implication is that a just ruler brings abundance and peace, which create a harmonious society.

Application

Today’s leaders can learn from this that their commitment to justice has the potential to transform society and lead to collective well-being.