Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – अश्वमेध सहस्रेण यॊ यजेत पृथिवीपतिः

Shloka (श्लोक)
अश्वमेध सहस्रेण यॊ यजेत पृथिवीपतिः
पालयेद वापि धर्मेण परजास तुल्यं फलं लभेत
⚡ Quick Meaning
This shloka explains the fruits of performing rituals and upholding dharma for a ruler.
Translations
English Translation
This verse conveys that a king who performs a thousand Ashwamedha sacrifices and governs the people in righteousness receives equal rewards for the same.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक बताता है कि जो पृथिवीपति हजार अश्वमेध यज्ञ करता है और प्रजाओं का धर्म से पालन करता है, वह समान फल प्राप्त करता है।
Commentary
Context
This shloka emphasizes the significance of both ritualistic and ethical dimensions of kingship in governance.
Meaning
It illustrates that true leadership combines ritualistic acts with ethical responsibility towards the people.
Application
This encourages leaders to balance ceremonial duties with just governance for societal harmony.
