Mahabharata Shanti Parva – मित्रामात्यं पुरं रास्त्रं दन्दः कॊशॊ महीपतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)

मित्रामात्यं पुरं रास्त्रं दन्दः कॊशॊ महीपतिः
सप्ताङ्गश चक्रसंघातॊ राज्यम इत्य उच्यते नृप

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka presents the sevenfold structure that defines a kingdom involving various components for stability.

Translations

English Translation

A kingdom is characterized by its friends, ministers, cities, realms, law, treasury, and the associated strength represented as seven components. Each aspect plays a crucial role in governance.

हिंदी अनुवाद

एक राज्य की पहचान उसके मित्रों, मंत्रियों, नगरों, क्षेत्रों, कानून, खजाने और संबंधित शक्ति के सात घटकों से होती है। प्रत्येक पहलू शासन में महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse elaborates on the structural aspects of governance within the Shanti Parva.

Meaning

It emphasizes the importance of various elements working in harmony to ensure the functioning of a kingdom.

Application

Effective leadership requires understanding and integrating these components for sustainable governance.