Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तस्य धर्मप्रवृत्तस्य वयशीर्यत कॊशवाहनम

Shloka (श्लोक)

तस्य धर्मप्रवृत्तस्य वयशीर्यत कॊशवाहनम
तं कषीणकॊशं सामन्ताः समन्तात पर्यपीडयन

⚡ Quick Meaning

The one engaged in righteous actions became weak, and thus the neighboring lords pressed him from all sides.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka describes how a ruler, devoted to righteousness, weakened over time, leading to pressure from surrounding lords who took advantage of his decline.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक उस शासक का वर्णन करता है जो धर्म में लगा हुआ था, और समय के साथ कमजोर हुआ, जिसके कारण उसके चारों ओर के राजाओं ने उस पर दबाव डालना शुरू कर दिया।

Commentary

Context

This passage emphasizes vulnerabilities in leadership, especially when righteousness leads to neglecting fortifications against opportunistic adversaries.

Meaning

It signifies that strength and resilience in leadership are necessary to withstand external pressures and maintain governance effectively.

Application

In leadership roles today, it remains crucial to balance righteousness with practical strategies to safeguard one’s position and authority.