Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तत परमाणं परमाणानां शाश्वतं भरतर्षभ

Shloka (श्लोक)

तत परमाणं परमाणानां शाश्वतं भरतर्षभ
तस्य धर्मस्य कृत्स्नस्य कषत्रियः परिरक्षिता

⚡ Quick Meaning

This is the eternal essence among essences, O Bharata-rishabha, and the Kshatriyas are to protect this complete dharma.

Translations

English Translation

The shloka declares the ultimate principle of reality and emphasizes that it is the duty of the Kshatriyas to safeguard this universal and eternal dharma, which is fundamental to society’s functioning and stability.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक वास्तविकता का सर्वश्रेष्ठ तत्व घोषित करता है और जोर देता है कि कषत्रियों का कर्तव्य है कि वे इस सार्वभौमिक और शाश्वत धर्म की रक्षा करें, जो समाज के कार्य और स्थिरता के लिए मौलिक है।

Commentary

Context

In this context, the shloka speaks to the Kshatriya’s role as protectors of dharma against unrighteousness.

Meaning

The eternal dharma is depicted as the guiding principle that maintains cosmic order, necessitating vigilance in its preservation.

Application

For contemporary leaders, this shloka underlines the responsibility to uphold justice and morality, fostering a just society through active protection of dharma.