Mahabharata Shanti Parva – ईश्वरेण परयत्नेन धारणे कषत्रियस्य हि

Shloka (श्लोक)

ईश्वरेण परयत्नेन धारणे कषत्रियस्य हि
दण्डॊ दत्तः समानात्मा दण्डॊ हीदं सनातनम
राज्ञां पूज्यतमॊ नान्यॊ यथा धर्मप्रदर्शनः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka speaks to the eternal principle of justice and authority in a ruler’s governance.

Translations

English Translation

It emphasizes the notion that the Kshatriya’s duty to uphold justice and enforce law is a divine obligation, highlighting that there is no greater duty for a king than to maintain righteousness and protect his realm according to Dharma.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह विचार करता है कि धर्म को बनाए रखने और कानून को लागू करना क्षत्रिय का कर्तव्य है, यह बताते हुए कि एक राजा का कोई बड़ा कर्तव्य नहीं है कि वह धर्म के अनुसार अपने साम्राज्य की रक्षा करे।

Commentary

Context

This verse is in the Shanti Parva, stressing the sacred duty of rulers to maintain law and order.

Meaning

It encapsulates the idea that governance is fundamentally rooted in moral and ethical responsibilities.

Application

This can inspire modern leaders to consider their roles within a moral framework and promote justice as their primary duty.