Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 10685
Shloka (श्लोक)
नैव धर्मेण तद राज्यं नार्जवेन न चौजसा
अक्षकूटम अधिष्ठाय हृतं दुर्यॊधनेन नः
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka reflects on the challenges of unstable leadership and the need for moral integrity among rulers.
📖 Translations
English Translation
The verse criticizes the lack of righteousness in governance, pointing out that the kingdom lost to Duryodhana’s deceitful and unethical actions, suggesting that true authority comes from justice and integrity.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक शासन में नैतिकता के अभाव की आलोचना करता है, यह बताते हुए कि दुर्योधन की धोखाधड़ी और अनैतिक क्रियाकलापों के कारण राज्य खो गया, यह सुझाव देता है कि सच्चा अधिकार न्याय और ईमानदारी से आता है।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
This shloka appears in the Vana Parva, underscoring the critical need for integrity in leadership amidst political turmoil.
🧘 Meaning
It serves as a cautionary tale about the perils of unethical leadership and highlights the importance of adhering to moral codes in governance.
🌟 Application
The lesson extends to contemporary contexts of leadership, underscoring the significance of ethical principles in maintaining public trust and authority.
