Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – इति बरुवन्न अन्वचरत स राजा पृथिवीम इमाम

Shloka (श्लोक)

इति बरुवन्न अन्वचरत स राजा पृथिवीम इमाम
दर्पेण महता मत्तः कं चिद अन्यम अचिन्तयन

⚡ Quick Meaning

The king, filled with pride, ruled over the Earth without considering others.

Translations

English Translation

The king, being engulfed in great pride, wandered over the Earth, engrossed in his thoughts and actions, without considering anyone else’s plight or existence. His sense of superiority clouded his judgment.

हिंदी अनुवाद

राजा, जो गर्व में डूबा हुआ था, इस पृथ्वी पर घूमता रहा, अपने विचारों और कार्यों में लिपटा रहा। उसने दूसरों की परेशानियों या अस्तित्व पर विचार नहीं किया। उसका श्रेष्ठता का अहंकार उसके विवेक को धुँधला कर रहा था।

Commentary

Context

This shloka reflects on the character of a proud king as he governs, often oblivious to the suffering of his subjects.

Meaning

It represents the dangers of pride in leadership, where personal ego can lead to neglect of responsibility towards others.

Application

Modern leaders can learn from this shloka to practice humility and empathy, ensuring they listen and consider the needs of their followers.