Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यद अह्ना कुरुते पुण्यं परजा धर्मेण पालयन

Shloka (श्लोक)

यद अह्ना कुरुते पुण्यं परजा धर्मेण पालयन
दशवर्षसहस्राणि तस्य भुङ्क्ते फलं दिवि

⚡ Quick Meaning

Good deeds performed by a ruler yield divine rewards for a long time.

Translations

English Translation

A ruler who performs virtuous deeds and protects their subjects with righteousness will enjoy the fruits of their good actions in the heavenly realms for ten thousand years.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो राजा धार्मिकता से अपने प्रजा का पालन करते हुए पुण्य कर्म करते हैं, वे दस हजार वर्षों तक स्वर्ग में अपने अच्छे कार्यों के फल भोगते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This shloka emphasizes the benefits of dharmic leadership as presented in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

The verse illustrates how virtuous governance leads to long-lasting divine rewards, encouraging leaders to act with integrity.

Application

Leaders should prioritize righteousness in their governance, ensuring positive impacts and spiritual benefits for themselves and their communities.