Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – यदि चापि समर्थः सयास तवं दानाय सुयॊधन

Shloka (श्लोक)

यदि चापि समर्थः सयास तवं दानाय सुयॊधन
नाहम इच्छेयम अवनिं तवया दत्तां परशासितुम

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka discusses the futility of giving in to an obligation or the burden of giving control.

Translations

English Translation

The speaker suggests that even if capable, they do not wish to govern the land that has been bestowed by Suyodhana, implying that they do not want to be bound by the obligations of such authority.

हिंदी अनुवाद

यह श्लोक यह बताता है कि भले ही वो सक्षम हों, वे सुयोधन द्वारा दिए गये भूमि का शासन नहीं करना चाहते हैं, यह बताता है कि वे ऐसी स्थिति की जिम्मेदारियों से बंधना नहीं चाहते।

Commentary

Context

This shloka is spoken in the context of political dynamics and personal resolve in leadership roles.

Meaning

The essence lies in rejecting burdens of authority that conflict with personal principles and desires for freedom.

Application

This encourages self-reflection on the responsibilities one accepts in leadership and whether they align with personal values and dreams.