Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – युधिष्ठिरॊ राजपुत्रॊ महात्मा; नयायागतं राज्यम इदं च तस्य

Shloka (श्लोक)

युधिष्ठिरॊ राजपुत्रॊ महात्मा; नयायागतं राज्यम इदं च तस्य
स कौरवस्यास्य जनस्य भर्ता; परशासिता चैव महानुभावः

⚡ Quick Meaning

This shloka highlights Yudhishthira’s virtues as a king and his rightful claim over the kingdom.

Translations

English Translation

Yudhishthira, the royal son and great-souled, is fit to rule this kingdom that rightly belongs to him. He is the protector of his subjects, deserving of respect and authority as a noble leader.

हिंदी अनुवाद

युधिष्ठिर, राजपुत्र और महात्मा, इस राज्य का सही उत्तराधिकारी है। यह उसके पास है और वह अपने प्रजाजन की रक्षा करने वाला, योग्य तथा महानुभाव राजा है।

Commentary

Context

This verse is set in the Udyoga Parva, where discussions regarding governance and righteousness unfold among the Pandavas and their allies.

Meaning

The qualities of a king are emphasized, focusing on righteousness and moral authority as key attributes of effective leadership.

Application

This shloka teaches the importance of upholding justice and benevolence in leadership to ensure the welfare of the people.