Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – इदानीं च विजानामि सुकृतं मधुसूदन

Shloka (श्लोक)
इदानीं च विजानामि सुकृतं मधुसूदन
कृतं राज्ञा महाबाहॊ याचता सम सुयॊधनम
राज्यार्धं पञ्च वा गरामान नाकार्षीत स च दुर्मतिः
⚡ Quick Meaning
Now I recognize the virtuous act of the mighty Madhusudana, where the king denied Suyodhana the rightful half of the kingdom or five villages.
Translations
English Translation
This shloka acknowledges the actions of King Dhritarashtra, who wisely denied Duryodhana the rightful share of the kingdom, reflecting a wise decision amidst the looming threats from the outside. It suggests that righteous decisions can have protective effects for the realm.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक राजा धृतराष्ट्र के कार्यों की प्रशंसा करता है, जिन्होंने समझदारी से दुर्योधन को राज्य का हिस्सा न देने का निर्णय लिया, जो बाहरी खतरों के बीच एक समझदारी भरा निर्णय प्रदर्शित करता है। यह सुझाव देता है कि धार्मिक निर्णयों का राज्य पर सुरक्षा प्रभाव हो सकता है।
Commentary
Context
This verse speaks to the context of moral judgments and the impact of leadership decisions on the destiny of nations.
Meaning
The essence of this shloka highlights the importance of integrity in ruling, particularly in critical moments where decisions significantly impact lives.
Application
The message here promotes the necessity of ethical governance and decision-making for the benefit of the community.
