Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – न हि वैक्लव्य संसृष्ट आनृशंस्ये वयवस्थितः

Shloka (श्लोक)

न हि वैक्लव्य संसृष्ट आनृशंस्ये वयवस्थितः
परजापालनसंभूतं किं चित पराप फलं नृपः

⚡ Quick Meaning

Leadership must be compassionate and decisive.

Translations

English Translation

A ruler who lacks courage and kindness while protecting the subjects cannot expect positive outcomes from his governance. Compassion is essential for effective leadership and welfare of the citizens.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो शासक साहस और दयालुता में कमी करता है, जबकि अपने प्रजाजन की रक्षा करता है, उसे अपने शासन से सकारात्मक परिणामों की अपेक्षा नहीं करनी चाहिए। दयालुता प्रभावी नेतृत्व और नागरिकों की भलाई के लिए आवश्यक है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka stresses the importance of both strength and empathy in leadership roles.

Meaning

It teaches that effective guidance requires a balance of firmness and compassion.

Application

Leaders today should remember that empathy leads to better governance and loyalty from the governed.