Shloka (श्लोक)
पुरा परजापतिसमॊ राजासीद अकुतॊभयः
सहस्रचित्य इत्य उक्तः शतयूप पितामहः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka recounts the tale of a king who was as powerful as the creator deity, Prajapati.
Translations
English Translation
This verse narrates how there once was a king, equal to Prajapati in prowess, known by the name of Shatayu. His strength and status were unmatched, positioning him as an influential ruler in ancient times.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक बताता है कि एक समय एक राजा था, जो अपने सामर्थ्य में प्रजापति के समान था, जिसका नाम शतयूप था। उसकी ताकत और स्थिति बेजोड़ थी, जिससे वह प्राचीन काल में एक प्रभावशाली शासक के रूप में प्रतिष्ठित था।
Commentary
Context
The narrative serves to illustrate the benchmark for kingship and divine qualities of leadership.
Meaning
This highlights how kingship should be aligned with the virtues of creation and sustenance.
Application
Leaders today can draw inspiration from such ideals of strength coupled with wisdom for effective governance.
