Mahabharata Shanti Parva – ममेदम इति यच चेदं पुरं रास्त्रं च मन्यसे

Shloka (श्लोक)

ममेदम इति यच चेदं पुरं रास्त्रं च मन्यसे
बलं कॊशम अमात्यांश च कस्यैतानि न वा नृप

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka questions ownership and control over wealth and power within a kingdom.

Translations

English Translation

If you think that this city, the realm, the strength, the treasures, and the ministers belong to you, then to whom do they actually belong among rulers? It invites one to reflect on the nature of ownership in governance.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यदि आप सोचते हैं कि यह नगर, राज्य, शक्ति, खजाने और मंत्री आपके हैं, तो वास्तव में इनका स्वामित्व किसका है? यह शासन में स्वामित्व के स्वभाव पर विचार करने के लिए आमंत्रित करता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse arises in discussions of accountability and rightful possession in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It implies that true authority is shared and not absolute, raising questions about real power.

Application

This urges leaders to recognize their responsibilities and limits, promoting humility in governance.