Mahabharata Shanti Parva – तद अहं शरॊतुम इच्छामि दण्ड उत्पद्यते कथम

Shloka (श्लोक)

तद अहं शरॊतुम इच्छामि दण्ड उत्पद्यते कथम
किं वापि पूर्वं जागर्ति किं वा परमम उच्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

The king expressed his desire to understand the principles of punishment and justice.

Translations

English Translation

Mandhata seeks to learn the circumstances under which punishment arises and desires clarification on what criteria define righteousness and justice.

हिंदी अनुवाद

मान्धाता ने जानने की इच्छा जताई कि दंड कैसे उत्पन्न होता है और कौन से मानदंड न्याय और धर्म को परिभाषित करते हैं।

Commentary

Context

This verse underlines the inquiry into ethics and justice within the responsibilities of a king as portrayed in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It reflects the importance of understanding moral dilemmas and the essence of fair governance.

Application

Leaders today are encouraged to engage in the dialogue on ethics and justice to promote fairness in their decision-making.