Mahabharata Shanti Parva – यया वृत्त्या महीपालॊ विवर्धयति मानवान

Shloka (श्लोक)

यया वृत्त्या महीपालॊ विवर्धयति मानवान
पुण्यांश च लॊकाञ जयति तन मे बरूहि पिता मह

⚡ Quick Meaning

The virtue of a king nourishes the people and leads them to a righteous path.

Translations

English Translation

A king who nurtures his subjects through righteous conduct is able to lead his people to prosperity and righteousness; tell me about such a king, O great father.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो राजा अपने प्रजाजनों को धर्म के द्वारा पोषित करता है, वह उन्हें समृद्धि और righteousness की ओर ले जा सकता है; हे पिता महा, मुझे ऐसे राजा के बारे में बताओ।

Commentary

Context

This shloka captures the essence of a king’s duty to his subjects, as discussed in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It emphasizes that a ruler’s virtuous actions directly impact the moral and material well-being of the populace.

Application

Leaders should embody virtue and integrity to inspire their followers toward a righteous culture.