Mahabharata Shanti Parva – दैवीं सिद्धिं मानुषीं दण्डनीतिं; यॊगन्यायैः पालयित्वा महीं च

Shloka (श्लोक)

दैवीं सिद्धिं मानुषीं दण्डनीतिं; यॊगन्यायैः पालयित्वा महीं च
तस्माद राजा धर्मशीलॊ महात्मा; हयग्रीवॊ मॊदते सवर्गलॊके

⚡ Quick Meaning

A just king governs the world by following divine and human principles.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates that a ruler, who adheres to both divine and human laws, brings prosperity and order to the land. The reference to Haya Griva denotes divine approval and joy for such righteous rule.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि एक शासक, जो दैवी और मानवी सिद्धांतों का पालन करता है, भूमि पर समृद्धि और व्यवस्था लाता है। हयग्रीव का संदर्भ ऐसे धर्मशील शासक के लिए दिव्य स्वीकृति और आनंद को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

Positioned in Shanti Parva, this shloka addresses moral governance and the essence of leadership.

Meaning

It stresses the need for just and ethical ruling to cultivate a prosperous society.

Application

This emphasizes the responsibility of leaders to incorporate ethical values into daily governance.