Mahabharata Shanti Parva – नित्यं यस तु सतॊ रक्षेद असतश च निबर्हयेत

Shloka (श्लोक)

नित्यं यस तु सतॊ रक्षेद असतश च निबर्हयेत
स एव राजा कर्तव्यस तेन सर्वम इदं धृतम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka underscores the importance of a ruler’s duty to protect what is good and to suppress what is harmful.

Translations

English Translation

The verse asserts that a king must consistently safeguard virtue while restraining vice; such is the role and responsibility of a ruler, as it upholds the stability and order in society.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि राजा को हमेशा सत्य का संरक्षण करना चाहिए और असत्य को रोकना चाहिए; यही एक शासक की भूमिका और जिम्मेदारी है, जो समाज में स्थिरता और व्यवस्था को बनाए रखती है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka deals with the qualities expected of a good leader, reflecting the principles laid out in the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

The underlying theme is that the effectiveness of leadership is gauged by the ruler’s commitment to justice and ethical governance.

Application

This serves as a reminder of the critical role leaders play in shaping moral and ethical standards within their communities.