Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यथॊक्तवादिनं दूतं कषत्रधर्मरतॊ नृपः
Shloka (श्लोक)
यथॊक्तवादिनं दूतं कषत्रधर्मरतॊ नृपः
यॊ हन्यवाद पितरस तस्य भरूण हत्याम अवाप्नुयुः
⚡ Quick Meaning
A king who kills a messenger who speaks the truth will incur the sin of killing a Brahmin.
Translations
English Translation
This verse from the Mahabharata emphasizes the importance of truthfulness and the severe consequences that a ruler faces if they punish a truthful messenger. It serves as a warning against tyranny and unjust actions.
हिंदी अनुवाद
महाभारत का यह श्लोक सत्य बोलने वाले दूत की हत्या करने वाले राजा के लिए गंभीर परिणामों को बताता है। यह तानाशाही और अन्याय का चेतावनी है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka is situated in the Shanti Parva, where principles of righteous leadership and governance are discussed, focusing on the qualities of a king.
Meaning
The essence of this verse lies in the moral obligations of leaders. A king must uphold righteousness and protect those who speak the truth, illustrating the importance of just governance.
Application
In contemporary times, this shloka calls for leaders to valorize honesty and uphold justice, ensuring that their actions reflect righteousness and ethical governance.
