Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – दवाव आददाते हय एकस्य दवयॊश च बहवॊ ऽपरे

Shloka (श्लोक)

दवाव आददाते हय एकस्य दवयॊश च बहवॊ ऽपरे
कुमार्यः संप्रलुप्यन्ते तदाहुर नृप दूषणम

⚡ Quick Meaning

Two are born to one, while many come from two; neglect leads to moral degradation of the king.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka discusses the dynamics of relationships and kinship. It implies that when a ruler fails to acknowledge and protect his offspring, the consequences ripple through the society, breeding discontent and leading to deterioration in leadership ethics.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक रिश्तों और रिश्तेदारियों की गतिशीलता के बारे में बात करता है। यह दर्शाता है कि जब एक राजा अपने संतान की सुरक्षा करने में विफल रहता है, तो इसके परिणाम समाज पर पड़ते हैं, जिससे असंतोष बढ़ता है और नेतृत्व नैतिकता का हनन होता है।

Commentary

Context

This verse sheds light on the responsibilities of leaders toward their families and subjects, illustrating the broader consequences of neglect.

Meaning

It highlights that the failure of a ruler to nurture leads to disharmony, affecting society as a whole.

Application

Modern leaders can draw lessons about the importance of fulfilling familial and social duties to build a cohesive society.