Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – तथा कलियुगे पराप्ते राज्ञां दुश्चरितेन ह
Shloka (श्लोक)
तथा कलियुगे पराप्ते राज्ञां दुश्चरितेन ह
भवेत कालविशेषेण कला धर्मस्य सॊदशी
⚡ Quick Meaning
This verse notes the challenges faced by kings in Kali Yuga due to their ill conduct.
Translations
English Translation
In the age of Kali, when kings fall into misconduct and corruption, the virtues of law and order decay. This leads to a special destiny for rulers, illustrating the dire influence that their actions have on society.
हिंदी अनुवाद
कलियुग में, जब राजा दुश्चरित्रता में पड़ जाते हैं, तब कानून और व्यवस्था की विशेषताएँ बिगड़ जाती हैं। यह शासकों के लिए एक विशेष भविष्य को दर्शाता है, जो समाज पर उनके कार्यों के गंभीर प्रभाव को इंगीत करता है।
Commentary
Context
The shloka emphasizes the degradation of leadership in the most troubling age according to Hindu cosmology, prompting reflections on morality.
Meaning
It illustrates that rulers’ immoral actions not only affect their reign but also result in societal chaos.
Application
Encouraging ethical governance today is vital, as the lessons drawn from this shloka highlight the responsibilities leaders hold towards their constituents.
