Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – चकार यत्नं दरुपदः सर्वस्मिन सवजने महत

Shloka (श्लोक)

भीष्म उवाच
चकार यत्नं दरुपदः सर्वस्मिन सवजने महत
ततॊ लेख्यादिषु तथा शिल्पेषु च परं गता
इष्वस्त्रे चैव राजेन्द्र दरॊणशिष्यॊ बभूव ह

⚡ Quick Meaning

Bhishma noted that Drupada took great efforts in all aspects for the well-being of his people.

Translations

English Translation

Bhishma spoke about how King Drupada diligently worked in various domains for the welfare of his subjects and achieved excellence in various arts and crafts as well as martial training, emphasizing his great leadership qualities.

हिंदी अनुवाद

भीष्म ने कहा कि राजा द्रुपद ने अपने प्रजा के कल्याण के लिए विभिन्न क्षेत्रों में कठिन परिश्रम किया। उन्होंने विभिन्न कला और शिल्प में उत्कृष्टता प्राप्त की, यह उनके उत्कृष्ट नेतृत्व गुणों को दर्शाता है।

Commentary

Context

This passage underlines the leadership qualities of King Drupada, bringing forth his dedication to his people’s welfare in the Udyoga Parva.

Meaning

This stresses the importance of a ruler’s commitment to their subjects and the various skills required to govern effectively.

Application

This resonates with the ideals of responsible leadership and dedicating oneself to the service of others in contemporary governance.