Shloka (श्लोक)
शक्या अश्वसहस्रेण वीरारॊहेण भारत
संगृहीतमनुष्येण कृत्स्ना जेतुं वसुंधरा
⚡ Quick Meaning
Only with a great army led by capable heroes can a king conquer the entire Earth.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka emphasizes that even with thousands of horses and formidable warriors, a king can only hope to conquer the world if he possesses capable and knowledgeable individuals to support his ambitions. Strength and skill alone are not sufficient; effective governance requires teamwork and strategy.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि हजारों घोड़ों और शक्तिशाली योद्धाओं के साथ भी, एक राजा तब तक सम्पूर्ण पृथ्वी को नहीं जीत सकता जब तक कि उसके पास सक्षम और ज्ञानवान व्यक्तियों का साथ न हो। केवल शक्ति और कौशल ही पर्याप्त नहीं हैं; प्रभावी शासन के लिए टीमवर्क और रणनीति की आवश्यकता होती है।
Commentary
Context
This verse illustrates the importance of military strength and the need for wise leadership in the context of governance from the Shanti Parva.
Meaning
It implies that true victory requires not just physical strength but also the wisdom of the people under the king’s command, thereby stressing the importance of collective teamwork.
Application
This message is relevant today, as successful leadership hinges on collaboration, where leaders must rely on skilled and knowledgeable teams to achieve their goals.
