Mahabharata Shanti Parva – स राजन मॊक्ष्यसे पापात तेन पूर्वेण हेतुना

Shloka (श्लोक)

स राजन मॊक्ष्यसे पापात तेन पूर्वेण हेतुना
तराणार्थं वा वधेनैषाम अथ वा नृप कर्मणा

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the consequences of actions taken by a king in relation to sins.

Translations

English Translation

This verse emphasizes that a king is liberated from sins through prior intentions and actions taken, whether in terms of mercy or punishment, to save his subjects.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक इस बात पर जोर देता है कि एक राजा अपने पूर्व नीयत और किए गए कार्यों के माध्यम से पापों से मुक्त होता है, चाहे वह दया या दंड के संदर्भ में हो, अपने विषयों की रक्षा के लिए।

Commentary

Context

This shloka appears in the Shanti Parva of the Mahabharata, where the principles of kingship and righteousness are discussed.

Meaning

This verse highlights the moral responsibility of a king to balance justice and compassion while ruling.

Application

Leaders today can apply this wisdom by considering the ethical implications of their decisions on the welfare of their people.