Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – नाहं राज्यसुखान्वेषी राज्यम इच्छाम्य अपि कषणम

Shloka (श्लोक)

नाहं राज्यसुखान्वेषी राज्यम इच्छाम्य अपि कषणम
धर्मार्थं रॊचये राज्यं धर्मश चात्र न विद्यते

⚡ Quick Meaning

I do not seek the pleasures of a kingdom; even a moment’s desire for it is absent when righteousness is not upheld.

Translations

English Translation

This shloka expresses a lack of desire for the indulgences of ruling, indicating that even a fleeting inclination towards power disappears in the absence of righteousness and moral governance.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक शासन की सुख-सुविधाओं की आकांक्षा का अभाव दर्शाता है, यह इंगित करता है कि न्याय और नैतिकता के बिना सत्ता की ओर पलायन का कोई अर्थ नहीं है।

Commentary

Context

The speaker reveals a prioritization of righteousness over personal gains, showcasing the virtues of leadership.

Meaning

The emphasis is on the importance of ethical conduct for meaningful governance, denouncing the allure of unprincipled power.

Application

True leadership flourishes when it is grounded in virtue, valuing morality over power and personal enjoyment.