Mahabharata Shanti Parva – एवम एव गुणैर युक्तॊ यॊ न रज्यति भूमिपम

Shloka (श्लोक)

एवम एव गुणैर युक्तॊ यॊ न रज्यति भूमिपम
भर्तुर अर्थेष्व असूयन्तं न तं युञ्जीत कर्मणि

⚡ Quick Meaning

A ruler with virtuous qualities should not harm others and should engage in beneficial actions.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka advises that a ruler must possess virtuous qualities. A sovereign who does not envy others and is engaged in just causes should be supported in all his endeavors. Such a leader fosters harmony and mutual respect among his subjects.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक सलाह देता है कि एक शासक में सद्गुण होना चाहिए। एक ऐसा सम्राट जो दूसरों से ईर्ष्या नहीं करता और न्यायप्रिय योजनाओं में लगा रहता है, उसे सभी प्रयासों में समर्थन प्राप्त होना चाहिए। ऐसा नेता अपने प्रजाजनों के बीच सामंजस्य और आपसी सम्मान को बढ़ावा देता है।

Commentary

Context

Located in the Shanti Parva, this verse emphasizes the attributes essential for effective governance.

Meaning

The emphasis is on fostering virtuous leadership that ensures the welfare of all subjects through fairness.

Application

This teaching serves as guidance for leaders to cultivate virtues and engage in actions that promote collective good.