Mahabharata Shanti Parva – न संवत्सरसत्राणि तिष्ठेयुर अकुतॊभयाः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न संवत्सरसत्राणि तिष्ठेयुर अकुतॊभयाः
विधिवद दक्षिणा वन्ति यदि राजा न पालयेत

⚡ Quick Meaning

If a king does not guard his realm, calamity will strike and the safety of his people will be compromised.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka illustrates that without a vigilant king to oversee the nation, even years of prosperity will not be able to safeguard the people against misfortune or conflict.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक बताता है कि बिना जागरूक राजा के, चाहे वो कितने भी साल की समृद्धि क्यों न हो, लोगों को विपत्ति और संघर्ष से बचाने में असमर्थ होती है।

Commentary

Context

Found within Shanti Parva, this verse reinforces the critical role of leadership in maintaining peace and prosperity within the kingdom.

Meaning

The main idea conveyed is that the success of a kingdom is directly linked to the commitment of its leader to maintain order and safety.

Application

This lesson today serves as a reminder for leaders to actively ensure the welfare of their people, cultivating a secure and thriving environment.